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Backyard Starship #0.8
Backyard Starship: Origins 3
Get ready to experience two more origin stories in the Backyard Starship universe.
CLEVER GIRL
Icrul never fit in.
From her awkward body to her clever mind, so full of questions, she stood out in a city where conformity ruled—and tradition kept creative minds in check.
Abandoned by her scheming mother, Icky and her Da face a cruel teacher, a decaying ship, and financial ruin.
They also face. . .
a grasping hand that will use the law to strip them of everything they worked for.
But Icky is smart, and her Da is tough, and between them, they'll stand up to a planet filled with people who make the ultimate error about the clumsy girl with big feet and endless questions. They underestimate her. And doing so is the last mistake they'll get to make, for Icky's destiny isn't in a stifling classroom.
Her place is among the stars. And she'll use everything she knows to get there.
THE CASE OF THE UNWASHED STILETTO
When gifted medical graduate Funboy finishes his education, he's prepared for anything the stars can offer.
Except the plans of his meddling cousin.
With cunning and guile, she convinces the family to send Funboy to an activity that directly contradicts his pathological need for order, rules, and cleanliness.
Funboy is going on a cruise.
For twenty-one glorious days, he will live a dissolute life of luxury—right up until the moment a crime occurs. With the theft of a priceless piece of art, Funboy is asked to unravel a mystery that goes back decades, leaning on his skills in the areas of medicine, law—
And the ways of love.
Because this is no ordinary cruise. This is a voyage designed to put lovers of any and all species together, and Funboy, despite avoiding people whenever possible—well, Funboy has desires.
Appetites.
Can Funboy overcome his nature, solve the crime, and find love among the stars?
He might. But first, he will ask you to wash your hands. You see, there are rules. Even out there, in the endless black of space. Travel with Funboy and his particular personality as he takes on his first case, and begins to understand that the stars are where rules are made to be broken.
CLEVER GIRL
Icrul never fit in.
From her awkward body to her clever mind, so full of questions, she stood out in a city where conformity ruled—and tradition kept creative minds in check.
Abandoned by her scheming mother, Icky and her Da face a cruel teacher, a decaying ship, and financial ruin.
They also face. . .
a grasping hand that will use the law to strip them of everything they worked for.
But Icky is smart, and her Da is tough, and between them, they'll stand up to a planet filled with people who make the ultimate error about the clumsy girl with big feet and endless questions. They underestimate her. And doing so is the last mistake they'll get to make, for Icky's destiny isn't in a stifling classroom.
Her place is among the stars. And she'll use everything she knows to get there.
THE CASE OF THE UNWASHED STILETTO
When gifted medical graduate Funboy finishes his education, he's prepared for anything the stars can offer.
Except the plans of his meddling cousin.
With cunning and guile, she convinces the family to send Funboy to an activity that directly contradicts his pathological need for order, rules, and cleanliness.
Funboy is going on a cruise.
For twenty-one glorious days, he will live a dissolute life of luxury—right up until the moment a crime occurs. With the theft of a priceless piece of art, Funboy is asked to unravel a mystery that goes back decades, leaning on his skills in the areas of medicine, law—
And the ways of love.
Because this is no ordinary cruise. This is a voyage designed to put lovers of any and all species together, and Funboy, despite avoiding people whenever possible—well, Funboy has desires.
Appetites.
Can Funboy overcome his nature, solve the crime, and find love among the stars?
He might. But first, he will ask you to wash your hands. You see, there are rules. Even out there, in the endless black of space. Travel with Funboy and his particular personality as he takes on his first case, and begins to understand that the stars are where rules are made to be broken.
85 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 7, 2024
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August 11, 2024
Entertaining prequel listening✨😎🎆
This kindle e-book novella is from my Kindle Unlimited account book three of prequels
Excellent prequel leading to the series.
I would recommend the prequels and author to readers looking for a quick interesting novellas. 2024
This kindle e-book novella is from my Kindle Unlimited account book three of prequels
Excellent prequel leading to the series.
I would recommend the prequels and author to readers looking for a quick interesting novellas. 2024
March 15, 2025
good book, great series
August 8, 2024
Ripoff ..
Can't believe you charged $4.95 for a 25 page non-book.This should of been an extra chapter of an existing book.
Nothing more than corporate greed. Take advantage of the loyal fan base.
Can't believe you charged $4.95 for a 25 page non-book.This should of been an extra chapter of an existing book.
Nothing more than corporate greed. Take advantage of the loyal fan base.
August 23, 2024
wow
Loved the Icky first part— however, the Fun Boy origin short was inspired— so much to him that was not really explored in the ongoing saga of BYSS— quite a character indeed— hope he gets expanded a little more in the next installments of this wonderful series of books.
Loved the Icky first part— however, the Fun Boy origin short was inspired— so much to him that was not really explored in the ongoing saga of BYSS— quite a character indeed— hope he gets expanded a little more in the next installments of this wonderful series of books.
September 15, 2024
Great backstory
As usual, another entertaining read. I'm sure I've read the Icky one before but the Funboy one is really good. I'd actually like to read a prequel about him based on that taster - over to the authors now.
As usual, another entertaining read. I'm sure I've read the Icky one before but the Funboy one is really good. I'd actually like to read a prequel about him based on that taster - over to the authors now.
January 10, 2025
These Origins books fill in the information on the characters so well and explains a great deal of why they act the way they do! Really enjoyed them all and hope for some more to come! Well, I just don't want to see the series finished.
February 28, 2025
Background
I enjoy hearing back stories of the main series characters.
However, I do not appreciate being forced to add text to my reviews. If I want, I will. Locking me in after providing a star rating is irritating!
I enjoy hearing back stories of the main series characters.
However, I do not appreciate being forced to add text to my reviews. If I want, I will. Locking me in after providing a star rating is irritating!
August 22, 2025
Still a fun look into their lives
This book continues to tell us more about how (in this case) Icky and Funboy got their start in their lives before joining Van Tudor and Perry aboard the Fafnir, with Netty at the helm.
This book continues to tell us more about how (in this case) Icky and Funboy got their start in their lives before joining Van Tudor and Perry aboard the Fafnir, with Netty at the helm.
August 9, 2024
Delightful!
Icky and Funboy have been special characters ever since they were first introduced. These two stories explain much more about their specialness. Loved them!
Icky and Funboy have been special characters ever since they were first introduced. These two stories explain much more about their specialness. Loved them!
August 11, 2024
Background material for two of the unsung crew members
Fun boy's first case is ripe with intrigue and the usual wit and disdain for contact and poor hygiene that you've come to expect from him. Meanwhile, Icky's story deals with a teacher who loves to belittle her, her passion for engineering and her mother (and father).
Both tales are entertaining and an enjoyable read.
Fun boy's first case is ripe with intrigue and the usual wit and disdain for contact and poor hygiene that you've come to expect from him. Meanwhile, Icky's story deals with a teacher who loves to belittle her, her passion for engineering and her mother (and father).
Both tales are entertaining and an enjoyable read.
August 12, 2024
Sure I have read the first story about Icky before.... Bug Funboys was new. Enjoyed it all the same.
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August 14, 2024Loved it!!!
August 23, 2024
Good
I love the characters of this series, but this origin story is just kind of strange, not quite what i would've expected considering Funboy's lack of anything even remotely resembling fun, lol. ...
I love the characters of this series, but this origin story is just kind of strange, not quite what i would've expected considering Funboy's lack of anything even remotely resembling fun, lol. ...
August 27, 2024
Learning about character's
This is one great explanation of the characters in these books. I enjoyed it immensely. Well written and very explanatory on these characters.
This is one great explanation of the characters in these books. I enjoyed it immensely. Well written and very explanatory on these characters.
August 27, 2024
Interesting But
Sometimes it is not possible to see someone's beginning and sometimes it is better not to see and let your own thoughts derive an answer
Sometimes it is not possible to see someone's beginning and sometimes it is better not to see and let your own thoughts derive an answer
August 29, 2024
I liked getting some background on these characters. Interesting and a quick read.
September 1, 2024
Fun boy Rocks!
Great origins story. You don't want to mess with Funboy! And you don't want to see him smile either! Gabby is such a lucky Tardigrade!
Great origins story. You don't want to mess with Funboy! And you don't want to see him smile either! Gabby is such a lucky Tardigrade!
September 5, 2024
for me TMI
Too much background yet nothing about the love of Vans life. What is her story? What about her backgound on Helso?
Too much background yet nothing about the love of Vans life. What is her story? What about her backgound on Helso?
September 14, 2024
Fun read...
Well that was an interesting short story. I liked getting to know a little bit more about Icky. And I tell you that fun boy he sure is fun! LOL 🙂
Well that was an interesting short story. I liked getting to know a little bit more about Icky. And I tell you that fun boy he sure is fun! LOL 🙂
September 25, 2024
Third Origins Book
More insight into the history of the characters in the series. This time it is Icky and Funboy. An interesting read.
More insight into the history of the characters in the series. This time it is Icky and Funboy. An interesting read.
February 11, 2025
More please
It's nice to read about the lives of our favorite crew before they became a crew. When is the next one coming out?
It's nice to read about the lives of our favorite crew before they became a crew. When is the next one coming out?
May 19, 2025
Wonderful and funny to read!
This was a excellnt introduction to a series that I recommend and enjoy reading. I am glad to find it. A fan!
This was a excellnt introduction to a series that I recommend and enjoy reading. I am glad to find it. A fan!
September 20, 2025
Top Notch Science Fiction!
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