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In a universe where humanity and extraterrestrials coexist, the Puppeteers face a new threat ten years after the events in "Juggler of Worlds." As alien refugees wander through the galaxy, they are destroying planets on their path to the Fleet of Worlds. The Puppeteers must rally their forces and deploy military strategy to protect the remaining habitable worlds and prevent the refugees’ destructive advance.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Science Fiction/Military Science Fiction
Authors: Larry Niven
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