Cadet Joe Devlin was never supposed to fly.

Especially not like this.

At the elite Joe Space Academy, rules are absolute, ranks are earned, and first-year cadets don't take armed starfighters into real combat.

Joe Devlin breaks that rule.

What begins as a reckless decision becomes a defining moment -- one that places Joe under investigation, threatens his place at the Academy, and draws the attention of officers who see potential... and danger.

As Joe faces disciplinary hearings, rival cadets, and the pressure of expectations he never asked for, he must decide who he really is: a rule-breaker, a leader, or something the Academy isn't ready for yet.

About the Series

The Joe Devlin series is a middle-grade science-fiction adventure following a cadet whose instinct to act first puts him on a collision course with authority, responsibility, and leadership. Set in a disciplined military academy among starfighters, simulations, and real-world consequences, the series blends action, rivalry, and personal growth as Joe earns his place -- one hard choice at a time.

Each book builds on Joe's journey as the stakes rise, alliances shift, and the cost of command becomes clearer.

Book One launches a fast-paced series featuring:

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Military academy life in space

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Starfighter flight and combat

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Rivalries, discipline, and earned trust

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A flawed hero learning what leadership truly costs

Perfect for readers ages 8-12 who enjoy military sci-fi, aviation-inspired stories, and characters who grow through consequences -- not shortcuts.

This is where Joe Devlin's story begins.

The Space Academy will never be the same.

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