BAPTISM OF FIRE
by Linda Grant De Pauw
THE FIRST ADVENTURE OF
LIEUTENANT MAGGIE STEELE
If you’ve longed for a woman hero
in the heroic tradition of Horatio Hornblower,
you will love this swashbuckling tale.
When Maggie Steele graduates from the Naval Academy
gender prejudice has long since vanished from memory.
Earth is at ware in space, and is
relying on its Navy to make the universe
safe for hominids.
But has the new simulation training, known as SOCRATES,
prepared the new officer for the rigors of service in space
where the tachyonic inertial effect limits use
of electronic technology?
telepathic aliens, pirates, epidemics,
and chronic conflict among
members of the impressed crew
complicate the challenge of command in space
as a young woman confronts her
BAPTISM OF FIRE
HERE’S WHAT READERS HAD TO SAY ABOUT BAPTISM OF FIRE
Baptism of Fire is a swashbuckling blend of science fiction and naval history, unusually timely in light of recent discussions on the role of women in combat. The premise of woman as warrior will be inspiring to women, but will not affect male readers’ enjoyment of this adventure novel.
Small Press
It has a little bit of something for everyone: history, adventure, intrigue, fantasy, and of course the power of women in the military. It’s a great book and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it! Now my husband won’t put it down!
Marie Bennett Alsmeyer, author of The Way of the Waves
Crackles with action, crisp dialogue, and astringent realism. Give it to anyone—regardless of age or gender—whose heart can still be stirred by heroic adventure.
Jean Ebbert, co-author of Crossed Currents
In this high-tech science fiction novel, Linda Grant De Pauw has come up with a cracking good story. There is mystery, suspense, a hind of romance and victory of the spirit as Maggie Steele develops from an inexperienced young officer into a poised woman commander, seasoned by battle, tragedy and life-or death challenges.
Brigadier General Evelyn P. Foote, USA (Ret)