space-travel-and-suspense

The chapter explores the psychological and physical effects of space travel, including adaptation to S-space and the use of cold sleep for long journeys.

1 chapter across 1 book

Between the Strokes of Night (1985)Charles Sheffield

Chapter 25

In this chapter, Peron awakens aboard a ship under the command of Captain Rinker, who reprimands him for causing trouble and reveals that Peron's companions are in cold sleep until they reach Headquarters. Peron experiences frustration and confinement as he attempts to explore the ship and gain information, encountering limited freedom and uncooperative authority. Despite restrictions, he begins to interact with other crew members and contemplates embracing the label of troublemaker to assert some control over his situation.