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Reviewed by Carol Thompson for Readers' Favorite
Starbourne (Sol Accords) by D.G. Podporski plunges readers into a richly imagined world of space stations, shipbreakers, and high-stakes intrigue, featuring the enigmatic protagonist, Jaeden Starbourne. Waking up with no memory of his past, Jaeden’s struggle to forge a life in a universe that offers little mercy to the disenfranchised forms the crux of this compelling science fiction narrative. The story highlights the harsh realities of space as a frontier for exploration, exploitation, and survival. Jaeden’s role as an orbital shipbreaker, filled with danger and moral ambiguity, reflects his journey from amnesia to identity. Podporski excels at crafting a universe where the line between legality and survival blurs, making the narrative a reflective mirror of society's moral dilemmas.
The character development and world-building are exceptionally well executed. Jaeden’s interactions with various characters, from criminal syndicates to the eerily powerful Technologists, agents enhanced with nearly limitless capabilities due to their artificial augmentations, add tension to the storyline, raising the stakes as Jaeden navigates this perilously new world. Both external and internal conflicts drive the plot. Externally, Jaeden faces the dangers of his job and the threats posed by various powerful factions in the galaxy. Internally, he struggles with his lost past and the moral dilemmas of his present life choices. The narrative employs a third-person limited point of view, focusing on Jaeden’s experiences and thoughts. This perspective allows readers to empathize with Jaeden’s plight and understand his internal monologue, which is crucial given his amnesia. Starbourne is a must-read for science fiction fans looking for a story that entertains and provokes thought about the broader implications of our technological ambitions. D.G. Podporski has created an engaging space opera that sci-fi fans won’t want to miss.