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When an alien attack and an admiral’s betrayal render a colony ship vulnerable, wounded commander Nicholas Seafort must rally his rebellious crew to survive the impending onslaught. With weapons, fuel, and supplies scarce, Seafort’s leadership becomes the last line of defense against the relentless alien predators. The story follows his determination to safeguard his charges and confront the looming threat.
First publish date: May 1, 1995
Genre: Science Fiction/Military Science Fiction
Authors: David Feintuch
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