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CALL ME ARES

by Robert A. Heinlein in the iconic military SF classic Starship Troopers (1959). The premise is amplified here\u003B while Heinlein used lengthy academy\u002Dinstruction interludes to expound on warrior philosophy and military values, Martelle employs practically nonstop scenes of combat as his classroom. The fatalistic, punchy, and apothegm\u002Drich prose (“The logic was irrefutable. As long as you lived, you had a chance to keep living. Once dead, it was too late”) should provide gamer\u002Dminded readers with plenty of diversion. It is only acknowledged in a scant way that Ares’ crew’s epic sacrifices are largely meaningless\u003B if the humans win, they will likely just ravage Espenar Four for its resources and proceed to another world. The author, a retired Marine Corps officer, has positioned this yarn as the opener for a multivolume series."

Book Details

Publisher:Heinlein in the iconic military SF classic Starship Troopers
Published:1959-01-01
Pages:200
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:9781953062

Reading Info

Age Range:12-18

About This Book

This gripping young adult novel reimagines Greek mythology through the eyes of a transgender teen who discovers he is the reincarnation of the god Ares. When Carson begins experiencing violent vision...

Our Review

This gripping young adult novel reimagines Greek mythology through the eyes of a transgender teen who discovers he is the reincarnation of the god Ares. When Carson begins experiencing violent visions and unexplainable strength, his journey of self-discovery collides with ancient forces that refuse to stay buried. The narrative powerfully intertwines the turmoil of modern adolescent identity with the timeless struggles of the Olympian pantheon, creating a fresh take on mythological fiction that feels both epic and intimately personal.

What sets this story apart is its raw exploration of gender identity through the lens of divine inheritance, where Carson's external battles mirror his internal transformation. Teen readers navigating their own identities will find profound resonance in Carson's struggle to claim his name and power, while mythology enthusiasts will appreciate the clever weaving of classical lore into a contemporary setting. The result is a thought-provoking novel that challenges traditional hero narratives and celebrates the courage required to become who you're meant to be.

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