It has drawn comparisons to Firefly, and those make sense (especially with a glance at the crew roster), but it’s in no way derivative. Brooks defines appealing, distinct characters well, and they mesh brilliantly as a team. The plotting is great, the dialogue and interplay are fun, and the scenarios and world-building are compelling. The gritty, hard boiled tone doesn’t overstay its welcome, and the action is well written.