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The Capricious, a legendary starship, is home to a crew buoyed by wealth yet bound by duty. When Nilah and Boots, the newest crew members, hear rumors of a mysterious cult tied to an all-powerful ancient magic, their peaceful lives take a sharp turn. Nilah must go undercover to locate the source of the cult’s power without revealing her identity, while Boots is compelled to face a former treasure‑hunt partner she had long hoped to never see again. Together they confront a threat that could endanger not just the ship but the entire galaxy.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Science Fiction/Space Opera
Authors: Alex White
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