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In a galaxy where two distinct human factions wage war, one fueled by ultra‑religious zeal reaches for annihilation, while the other relies on ever‑improving technology as a lifeline to survival. Amid this conflict, enigmatic aliens linger as a misunderstood force. Central to the story is a youthful protagonist whose exceptional skills, augmented by advanced technology, evolve from a competent warrior and combat pilot into a pivotal figure shaping the war’s destiny.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Science Fiction/Military Science Fiction
Authors: L. E. Modesitt, Jr.
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