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Reviewed by Kevin Whitworth for Readers' Favorite
Houston, We Have a Solution! by Pete Maher is a compelling true story of how childhood passion helped shape life-changing moments. Readers are transported to the 1980s, where a young Maher takes on the challenge of restoring a 1968 Cadillac. What starts as a hands-on hobby soon becomes a crash course in patience, problem-solving, and mechanical ingenuity. Many years later, those very skills prove invaluable when Maher faces a major crisis in the aerospace industry—a faulty component threatens to delay a space shuttle launch, putting the International Space Station’s construction and astronaut safety at risk. Drawing on the lessons learned from his Cadillac restoration, he comes up with a creative fix that keeps the mission on track.
Pete Maher weaves his journey within the aerospace industry and his early life together. Houston, We Have a Solution! isn’t a book about saving space missions or fixing cars. The story is uplifting and tells a story of perseverance, curiosity, and the unpredictability of life. Maher’s writing hooks you by balancing tension with thoughtful reflection, while the suspenseful race to solve the shuttle issue makes for a gripping read. Maher’s younger self—and the people who shaped his journey—come to life on the page, making it easy to connect with his experiences. Resilience, working with your hands, and creative thinking permeate this story, giving readers valuable lessons without feeling heavy-handed. If you’re an engineer, a problem solver, or someone who loves a great underdog story, this book will inspire you.
