The revolution is over and the corrupt government officials are in prison. A Secret Society called the Cabal has risen and has one goal, control of the Galaxy. Athena Lee and her family find themselves caught in the center of this new conflict when the Cabal tries to take over her planet. This secret group has subverted the military who believe if they can't have it no one can. War is on the horizon... [click here for more]
Athena Lee and her planet are still reeling from the revolution that swept their part of the galaxy. The Space station has new management and Athena's ship has left without her on board. The Empire ship Paney is still on patrol and is being threatened by the Bad Penny Pirate clan. Mutiny, piracy and general mayhem seem to follow her as she discovers that a secret plot threatens the known galaxy. ... [click here for more]
As you bring up this novel, recall all the dark and scary books you've read in the past. Think, particularly of the devious writing you may have experienced from previous readings, particularly those by nineteenth century authors. That will set you on a mid-twentieth path to the thick, and problematical setting of this novel. Paul pulls no punches and gives no ground to readers' tender sensibilities.... [click here for more]