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In M.E. Harker’s Just One Command, a delightful and thrilling space-faring adventure, the most unlikely hero finds herself at the center of a universe-wide conspiracy. Janitorial engineer Casey Cassandra is content with her life fixing robots until one of her cleaning bots accidentally records a plot to assassinate her boss, Ambassador Dessian Tandor. Suddenly, she and the ambassador are on the run, framed as criminals and forced to uncover a plot that runs deeper than they could ever imagine.Book Description
In a space-faring future, janitorial engineer Casey Cassandra spends her days contentedly fixing robots on an ambassador’s spaceship. But when one of her robotic cleaning cubes happens to be in the wrong place at the right time, Casey overhears an ominous threat.
Someone is plotting to kill the ambassador, and that someone is a traitor within their own fleet.
Armed with only a hefty cleaning cube bot (named Charles) and her eccentric engineering knowledge, Casey must go against all fleet standards. She’ll have to break the rules in order to secretly warn her boss, Ambassador Dessian Tandor, that he’s in imminent danger — from his own people.
Although Dessian is hard-pressed to believe Casey’s claims, he can’t deny that things have been strange lately aboard his ship. With the help of a lazy yet charming pilot, Dessian and Casey escape from their spaceship home. Within a few hours, all three of them are publically branded as criminals. On the run now, Casey and Dessian must find out why they're being framed — and who they can trust, when the whole fleet seems to be against them.
It’s just one command between life and death, and somehow the ship’s janitor has found herself at the helm of a universe-wide conspiracy plot.
An intricate sci-fi fusion of action and espionage, Just One Command is entrenched in cinematic pacing and climactic full of endearing characters, wit, and carefully-laid plans gone awry.
About M.E. Harker
M.E. Harker is an American-based Fantasy and Sci-Fi author. Born and raised in the hurricanes of Florida, her love for fiction sparked during power outages: when reading by candlelight was the only way to weather the storm. Her debut novel, Just One Command, was released in 2025 — with more planned to follow. When not writing, she likes sculpting miniatures, strategy gaming, and occasionally using a reciprocating saw to carve the trees in her front yard.
My Thoughts
In M.E. Harker’s Just One Command, a delightful and thrilling space-faring adventure, the most unlikely hero finds herself at the center of a universe-wide conspiracy. Janitorial engineer Casey Cassandra is content with her life fixing robots until one of her cleaning bots accidentally records a plot to assassinate her boss, Ambassador Dessian Tandor. Suddenly, she and the ambassador are on the run, framed as criminals and forced to uncover a plot that runs deeper than they could ever imagine.
This novel is the perfect entry point for readers who might feel intimidated by the sci-fi genre. Harker excels at creating an immersive, futuristic world without overwhelming the audience with convoluted jargon. The story is packed with cinematic pacing, witty dialogue, and carefully-laid plans gone wonderfully awry, making it an absolute joy to experience.
The true heart of the story, however, lies in its endearing characters. From the gruff but loyal pilot Yozin to the heroic Ambassador Dessian, each character is compelling and deeply written. Dessian, in particular, defies tropes as a genuinely decent man trying to do the right thing while completely out of his element. The bond he forms with the brilliant and resourceful Casey is both adorable and authentic, making their journey all the more engaging.
Narrator Gill Mills delivers a phenomenal, five-star performance that elevates this already fantastic story. She brings every character to life with a unique voice and personality, masterfully handling the story’s blend of high-stakes action, espionage, and heartfelt humor. Her narration makes this an audiobook you simply can’t pause.
Just One Command is a warm hug and a thrilling ride all in one. It’s a fun, accessible, and masterfully crafted adventure that proves you don’t need to be a seasoned sci-fi fan to enjoy a brilliant story set among the stars.
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