The Second Ship

Intriguing Start

This is the first book in the series I have read, and I definitely recommend the series. Chronologically, this series should be read second. I decided to read them in the order published instead. I did find some situations unrealistic, but overall the story could new very plausible under the circumstances.

How young adult science fiction should be done. There isn't much teenage angst when you compare it with your standard YA fare. I gave up YA fiction for a while precisely because of all the angst. Smart kids with non-idiot adults is also pretty rare in YA fiction. Sure the kids are a little too nice and the adults are probably a bit over-indulgent or naive. I think the is handled pretty well, considering the author is writing for a younger audience.