First published 1992
Tia Cade is a brilliant young woman until a devastating illness leaves her paralyzed. Her only hope is to become one of the legendary brainships—the most advanced starships ever built. As Tia transcends her ravaged body, she must now find the perfect "Brawn" partner who can complete her. But when the same disease that afflicted Tia threatens to spread, she and her Brawn must uncover the origin of the plague and a potential cure. With time running out, their bond may be the key to saving lives across the galaxy.
Genres: science-fiction, adventure, space-opera, disability
Vibes: emotional, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: disability, found-family
312 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Baen
Content warnings: medical-trauma