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In the far‑flung system of Chance, Kris Longknife is entrusted with her inaugural independent command—a role that feels both a promotion and a exile. As she leads her crew, the crew intercepts pirates who conceal the coordinates to an uncharted, unpopulated planet rumored to harbor miraculous technology. The situation escalates as Kris must navigate the complexities of interstellar politics, the demands of her navy, and the promise of excavation, all while keeping her fleet safe and upholding her newfound authority.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Science Fiction/Military Science Fiction
Authors: Mike Shepherd
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