Songs Of The Etonic

Fresh out of the Academy, space engineer Cal must learn to fit in on an antiquated, intergalactic space freighter with a much older, multi-racial crew. With the rocket's destination and mission kept secret, Cal works closely with his crewmates to keep operations safe, until unknown saboteurs among the crew create a disaster that could end in a catastrophic explosion. Songs of the Etonic, by D.K. Spencer, is a thrilling, contemporary young adult science fiction novella, that humorously depicts the early guileless days of interstellar space exploration and science fiction of the 1950's and 60s. Being a Gen-One starship, the Etonic is propelled by a dangerous and outmoded Thermatron plasma reactor, making space travel a risky, but lucrative venture. Most of the old crewmen had taken this job in attempt to escape poverty when they were young. At least thirty years younger than his crewmates, Cal finds himself surrounded by unfamiliar and archaic tech not taught at the Academy. After weeks of ribbing, pranks, and some fisticuffs, Cal is eventually accepted by the crew.It's rumored that the ship, on its 27-month mission, is hauling magnetite for a new technology, possibly for inter-dimensional travel. Toiling physical labor for months on end, the crew, under cramped conditions, radiation risk, and monotony of routine, find ways to play even harder. Nights are filled with ship shanties and alcohol-fueled comradery. As crew tranquility settles in, the reactor core experiences a perilous failure, causing the ship to shake violently.The Chief Engineer, admired by Cal for his leadership and experience, rushes to save the ship and crew. Accessing the problem, Rusty finds the core has been sabotaged. But who? Who would purposely damage the core? When Cal sees Rusty collapse, he enters the reactor to save Rusty's life. Making a lasting impression, the experience rocks Cal to his core, shaping him and his future career."Songs of the Etonic" is a thrilling, contemporary, yet nostalgic voyage that humorously depicts the early guileless and optimistic days of interstellar space exploration.

• | Author: D. K. Spencer
• | Publisher: Bignonioides
• | Publication Date: Sep 24, 2021
• | Number of Pages: 60 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback
• | ISBN-10: 173760051X
• | ISBN-13: 9781737600510