Unlike Shatner's other novels, Man O' War is a stand-alone title. It resembles other works by Shatner primarily in belonging to the category of science fiction. Shatner's "Tek" series is one interconnected story that follows the adventures of Jake Cardigan throughout the following nine titles: Tekwar (1990), Teklords (1992), Tek Vengeance (1993), Teklab (1994), Tek Secret (1994), Tek Power (1995), Tek Money (1995), Tek Kill (1996), and Tek Net (1997). Another set of novels is Shatner's series with teenaged hero Jim Endicott, called "Quest for Tomorrow". The series includes the titles Delta Search (1997) and In Alien Hands (1997).

Endicott may be a gesture of recognition to Shatner's many youthful fans, who are perhaps more likely to identify with an actionadventure hero of their own age.