Stand by for Mars follows the adventures of a group of young cadets as they journey to the Red Planet. The book provides a thrilling mix of space exploration, mystery, and friendship that will captivate readers of all ages.

The author, Carey Rockwell, does a fantastic job of balancing scientific accuracy with creative storytelling. The descriptions of space travel and life on Mars are vivid and imaginative, making it easy for readers to immerse themselves in the world of the story.

The characters are well-developed and relatable, each with their own unique personalities and quirks. The camaraderie between the cadets adds an element of heartwarming friendship to the story, making it easy for readers to become emotionally invested in their journey.

Overall, Stand by for Mars is a fast-paced and exciting read that will appeal to fans of science fiction and space exploration. Whether you're a seasoned sci-fi enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this book is sure to entertain and inspire.

Book Description:
Tom Corbett - Space Cadet was one of the first multimedia sensations. In the 1950s the character had his own radio show, TV series, comic book, breakfast cereal, and a line of young-adult novels. A cross between "Tom Brown's School Days" and Horatio Hornblower (and loosely based upon Robert A. Heinlein's novel "Space Cadet"), the books follow the adventures of Tom and his friends Roger Manning and Astro as they work their way through Space Academy to become officers of the Solar Guard. Along the way they tangle with space pirates, smugglers, and the threat of demerits for breaking the rules.

In this volume, we learn how the Polaris Unit first came together -- and how they almost washed out before they got off the ground -- and how their first mission mission went from a training maneuver, to a rescue, to a struggle to survive in the Martian deserts.

The authorship of the novels remains unknown -- the credited name, "Carey Rockwell" was a pseudonym created by the publisher -- although the most likely candidates are Joseph Greene (who created the character) and Richard Jessup (who wrote for the TV and radio shows).