Malcolm Robertson finds himself thrust into a whirlwind of adventure mere days before his wedding. Recalled to duty by the Royal Air Service, Malcolm's mission is nothing short of monumental: to oversee the completion of the inaugural spaceship and whisk the ailing Martian Crown Prince back to his homeland before a mysterious malady claims his life.

However, Malcolm's path is fraught with challenges from the start. Hindered by a brilliant yet obstinate young engineer, mesmerized by the secrets of Martian technology, Malcolm must navigate a delicate balance of authority and collaboration to push forward with their groundbreaking endeavor.

As tensions escalate and the clock ticks relentlessly, Malcolm races against time to avert an interplanetary crisis and ensure the Prince's safe return to Mars. Can he overcome the odds stacked against him, or will the fate of two worlds hang in precarious balance?