A new novel in New York Times best seller Eric Flint's science fiction Jao Empire series.
It has become clear to both the Jao and their human and Lleix partners that if they are going to defeat the Ekhat who have been terrorizing the galaxy for eons, they need more allies. To that end, Preceptor Ronz, guardian of Earth and greatest living strategist of the Jao, has harnessed the energy of Earth's humans to create and send out an exploration fleet under the command of Caitlin Kralik.
But after a long search, all the expedition has found are dead worlds and now‑extinct intelligent species slaughtered by the genocidal Ekhat. Do they continue to search down the galactic arm in which Earth and the Jao worlds lie, or do they make an astounding leap in another direction? With friends like Gabe Tully, Tamt, Wrot and Caewithe Miller supporting her, Caitlin makes her decision.
Meanwhile, the Ekhat, as murderous and destructive as they have always been, have a new generation of leaders growing into power who are even more implacable than those who have gone before them. The Ekhat have not forgotten the Jao, nor the damage they have done over the years to the Ekhat purpose. It's up to the Jao‑human‑Lleix confederation and the new allies they make to survive the onslaught and turn the tables on the Ekhat.
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Best series from eric flint.Another unexpected book in this awsome series. I figured that we would not get another due to the death of k.d.wentworth.. im glad the series was not abondand. Sad to hear of her death. The new book should be dedicated to her. Hope the series continues. The new book was solid but there was a spark lacking in the world building of the new aliens that wentworth would have filled. Over all a great read. Please continue the series.
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ExcellentA fantastic read!
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A Worthy SuccessorThis story grabbed me from the first page and never let my eyeballs go. Superb characterization, thrilling storytelling, and aliens who are *truly* alien. It all adds up. I miss Kathy Wentworth, but David Carrico is a worthy heir to this particular mantle. Thank you, Eric and David for a most excellent read.
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