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In the distant reaches of the universe, two low-grade Church officers embark on a perilous journey to apprehend a legendary alien guardian who is on a mission to liberate the sleeping Vom, a creature capable of causing untold destruction. Along the way, they encounter a ship's captain, a young, tall, redheaded human, and a deadly flying snake, leading to an adrenaline-fueled adventure filled with danger, action, and unexpected twists.
First publish date: 1973
Genre: Science Fiction/Space Opera
Authors: Alan Dean Foster
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