The Raider by Don Berry (1974)
The Raider is a novel written by Don Berry. In the book, the protagonist, a young man named Jack, embarks on a journey to find his missing father. Along the way, he encounters various challenges and obstacles that test his courage and determination. Ultimately, Jack discovers that his father is alive and well, but has been living in hiding due to past mistakes. The novel explores themes of family, loyalty, and redemption, and is a compelling read for fans of adventure and drama.
By Don Berry · First published 1974 · Genre: Science Fiction, Political Thriller, Adventure · 7,329 words
First lines
_He was a hunter with a Cause that transcended all law. But, now, could the Cause forgive him his service? _
They dropped the raider on the night side, less than thirty miles from Thanlar, the capitol city. The dark, slim ship drifted silently to the ground, discharged its passenger and lifted again, moving slowly like a great shark in the night. On the way out into space, it was caught by the defense screens of Thanlar and disappeared in a gout of flaming energy that lit up the entire night sky.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Don Berry
- Date: 1974 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Political Thriller, Adventure, Dystopian Fiction, Drama
- Length: 7,329 words
- Structure: 1 section, 234 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The narrative is set in a futuristic universe with elements of space travel, colonization, and political intrigue, characteristic of the science fiction genre.
- Political Thriller — The plot revolves around assassination, rebellion against a tyrannical regime, and the moral complexities of political violence, typical of political thrillers.
- Adventure — The protagonist embarks on a dangerous mission that involves stealth, strategy, and survival, aligning with adventure genre conventions.
- Dystopian Fiction — The story explores themes of oppression, societal control, and the struggle for freedom, which are central to dystopian narratives.
Tags
adventure · historical fiction · Native American · Pacific Northwest · exploration · conflict · cultural clash · survival · colonialism · sea voyage · tribal relations · settlers