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Set in the 23rd century, the story follows Commander Spock, Captain Kirk, and the USS Enterprise as they are called to Vulcan when its inhabitants contemplate seceding from the Federation and reverting to isolationist policies. The mission exposes Vulcan's brutal past and tests Spock’s loyalties, as his future with Starfleet hinges on the planet’s decision. Meanwhile, Ambassador Sarek must confront a decades‑old plot that endangers the Federation from within, all while reconciling a strained relationship with Spock during a personal crisis that involves his wife’s journal. This anthology highlights Vulcan culture and includes the New York Times bestselling novels "Spock's World" by Diane Duane and "Sarek" by A.C. Crispin.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Science Fiction/Space Opera
Authors: Diane Duane
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