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In this Star Trek tale, Commander Spock is called back to his home world, Vulcan, when a catastrophic crisis threatens the planet’s future. With Captain James T. Kirk and Spock’s father Sarek, he must confront ancient Vulcan secrets, ranging from its pre‑historical tribes to its advanced logical society, in order to prevent the United Federation of Planets from unraveling. Spock’s struggle between Starfleet duty and deep‑rooted loyalty to his dual heritage drives the story as he seeks a balance that safeguards both his people and the galaxy.
First publish date: August 1, 2000
Genre: Science Fiction/Space Opera
Authors: Diane Duane
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