Sassinak

Pages: 333
Published: 1990
Language: English

Sassinak's life changed forever at age 12 when raiders enslaved her. But she was no ordinary captive; her strength and spirit refused to be broken. After a daring escape, Sassinak rises through the ranks to become a formidable Fleet captain, commanding her own pirate-chasing ship. Her only regret? Not enough pirates to hunt down.

Prose complexity: 4/10

Adventurous Inspiring Gritty

Survival Revenge Coming of Age

Science Fiction Space Opera

Authors

Anne McCaffrey

Anne McCaffrey is the author of the classic science fiction novel Dragonflight. Her work often explores themes of fantasy and science fiction, and she also contributed to educational literature with Prentice Hall Literature--Silver.

Elizabeth Moon

Elizabeth Moon is the author of the fantasy collection Swords Against Darkness. Her work often explores themes of military science fiction and fantasy.