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Path of Tyrants

J.N. Chaney (2023-04-02)

Subgenre
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages424 (Chunky (400-600))
SeriesBackyard Starship #
Setting
CSM age13

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Protagonist archetypes

Found Family CrewReluctant Hero

Synopsis

With his new rank, secrets begin to unfold for Van as war and politics become one and the same. The Fafnir is no longer a mere ship—it’s a force to be reckoned with, but it isn’t complete.One possible answer lies in deep space, in a secret facility funded by an array of allies. But this laboratory creates something far more deadly than a virus or a weapon.It produces ships.Null Stellarium is more than a shipyard. It’s a proving ground, steeped with science and engineering designed to push warships faster than ever before, and armed to confront the growing menace of a universe where everything is influenced by a hidden evil.As Van and his crew grow into their new roles, Perry unlocks a memory that reaches into the very beginning of the Tudor family’s service, nearly a century earlier.But sometimes, the truth is hidden for a reason, and Van must decide—How much does he really want to know? And how far can he take his ship, knowing there’s a price on his head?

Tags

Military Science FictionSpace FleetTechno-ThrillerPolitical Thriller

Is Path of Tyrants appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

Space opera with military conflict, space battles, and political intrigue. Violence is implied through warship combat and confrontations with hidden enemies, but not graphically described. No sexual content or strong language.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include war, violence, and political violence.

Publisher age: Adult·Our content rating: 13+

Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.

Who'll love this

Teens will enjoy the fast-paced space adventure with advanced warships, secret laboratories, and a crew confronting a galaxy-spanning threat.