Space Academy Miscreants

About This Audiobook

C.T. Phipps delivers a high-octane space opera where familial duty collides with cosmic chaos. Captain Vance Turbo, fresh off saving the universe (again), gets a frantic distress call from his daughter—only to discover she’s been kidnapped by a shadowy faction operating out of the prestigious Space Academy. What unfolds is a breakneck chase across star systems, replete with black-market deals, rogue AI, and the kind of loyalty that only a parent’s love can inspire. Phipps’ worldbuilding is dense but never overwhelming, blending the grit of *The Expanse* with the mischievous energy of *Guardians of the Galaxy*, all wrapped in a plot that’s equal parts heist and rescue mission.

This isn’t your typical dad-goes-to-space-to-save-the-day trope. The daughter, Lyra, is anything but a damsel—she’s a smart, rebellious teen with her own agenda, and her kidnapping sets off a chain reaction that forces Vance to question every alliance he’s ever made. The audiobook’s strengths lie in its snappy dialogue and the way Phipps balances humor with high-stakes action, making it feel like a blockbuster in audio form. Jeffrey Kafer’s narration elevates the experience with distinct voices for each character, from Vance’s gruff, world-weary delivery to Lyra’s sharp, sarcastic tone, ensuring listeners never lose track of who’s talking—or why it matters.