Short Story
The Montgomery is on her way home to Earth for repairs when a distress call comes in. For Captain Landy, it’s a test of her aging ship, her cunning and leadership skills as this simple rescue mission turns into a whole lot more…
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USS Montgomery: First Command
by Jane Stockwell
A young, cocky Lieutenant Commander Arienne Landy is put to the test in a battle that leaves her questioning her own abilities. Has she put too much stock in her own perception of herself? Is she riding on her family's reputation, or does she really have it in her to command her own ship? The question becomes even more prevalent...
About the Author
Jane Stockwell
Jane Stockwell holds a first class honors degree in computer science and received an Australian Postgraduate Award scholarship for a Ph.D. in 2006. She has published several articles in international peer-reviewed academic journals, none of which are particularly interesting.
Jane was born and raised in Queensland, Australia, where she currently lives, reads and listens to music with her partner Benedict and two children.