The Sun Never Sets

by Cate Caldwell, NOT A BOOK

It's 1899, and inventor Hiram Codon is ready to launch the first manned rocket into space. The trouble is that he keeps losing pilots. After a rash of mishaps and sabotage attempts, only two people have not fled the operation-Ravi Mukherjee, Hiram's reluctant assistant and Sophia Westbridge the intrepid daughter of a British army officer. With Hiram's rivals and backers both closing in to take the rocket for their own ends, Ravi must decide whether to risk everything to make history and further scientific progress-not to mention impress the girl-or stop Hiram's mad scheme before it gets them all killed.

174 pages, Paperback

First published October 15, 2014

Reviews

[Brightness · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Sun Never Sets is a rollicking read that spans from India to Africa to outer space and then back again.

Set in 1899, tenacious scientist Hiram Condon has invented the first manned rocket to space and plans to launch it as soon as possible - that is, if he can manage to outwit his thieving German partner and the British Navy. His only hope is Ravi, his perpetually underestimated Indian assistant, and Sophie, the daring daughter of Naval officer.

The Sun Never Sets is full of adventure, steam-punk science, flying dirigibles, rockets, lightning guns, African bush warriors, air skirmishes, humor, German antagonists, a Kodak Number One camera, hoity-toity British officers who thankfully get their comeuppance, and a dash of romance. I particularly enjoyed the lovable Ravi and the determined Sophia - an exceptionally strong female character.

If you're looking for a quick, fun read with delightful characters and rip-roaring adventure then I would highly recommend this read.

[Craig · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Sun Never Sets was a quick and enjoyable read. The story is fast paced and does not get bogged down with details. The book gives a good feel for the time period with a great mix of characters. A great read if you like aviation and the pioneer spirit.

[Sweetpea · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received a free copy of this book from the GoodReads First Reads program in exchange for an honest review. A quick read, I enjoyed this book.

[Matt · Rating 3 out of 5]

"The Sun Never Sets" was a nice light entertaining book in the Steam Punk style. Bowler hats off to Cate Caldwell and Matt Pearson on their first book.