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The Jarada, a mysterious insectoid species known for strict protocol, petition the United Federation of Planets for diplomatic contact. Captain Jean-Luc Picard is dispatched to the Jarada world to negotiate the exchange of ambassadors.
Initial meetings prove amicable, and the Jarada invite Picard to send away team members for further discussion. However, the situation turns dire when the Jarada abruptly cut off Commander William Riker and his crew, launching a surprise attack on the Enterprise.
With the away team trapped and the ship under threat, Picard must unravel the Jarada’s secret motives before the situation escalates beyond control.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Science Fiction/Space Opera
Authors: V. E. Mitchell
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