To uphold the ideals she swore an oath to defend, Aurora Hawke would sacrifice her freedom. To protect her family, she would sacrifice her life. Ensnared by her adversary and isolated from her crew, she’s thrust into an alien world where time has no meaning. And strength has no power.

 

The rules of engagement have changed.

 

With the Fleet under fire from without and the Galactic Council crumbling from within, only one thing is certain.

 

This is a fight she can’t win.