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Gunrunner empress Hail Bristol must navigate alien politics and deadly plots to prevent an interspecies war, in this second novel in the Farian War space opera trilogy.In a surprise attack that killed many of her dearest subjects, Hail Bristol, empress of Indrana, has been captured by the Shen -- the most ruthless and fearsome aliens humanity has ever encountered. As she plots her escape, the centuries-long war between her captors and the Farians, their mortal enemies and Indrana's oldest allies, finally comes to a head.When her captors reveal a shocking vision of the future, Hail must make the unexpectedly difficult decision she's been avoiding: whether to back the Shen or the Farians. Staying neutral is no longer an option. Will Hail fight? Or will she fall?For more from K. B. Wagers, check out:The Farian WarThere Before the ChaosDown Among the DeadThe Indranan WarBehind the ThroneAfter the CrownBeyond the Empire
About the Author
K.B. Wagers is the author of the Indranan War trilogy (the first of which, Behind the Throne, has been optioned for film and television by legendary UK film producer David Barron) and the Farian War trilogy both featuring the life and trials of former gunrunner/now empress, Hail Bristol. Their newest series, highlighting the adventures of the NeoG (Near-Earth Orbital Guard) is out now with Harper Voyager.They are represented by Andrew Zack of The Zack Company.Having grown up on a farm in northeastern Colorado, K.B. graduated from the University of Colorado with a bachelor's degree in Russian Studies. They now live in the shadow of Pikes Peak along with a crew of poorly behaved cats. They are especially proud of their second-degree black belt in Shaolin Kung Fu and three Tough Mudder completions, even if they can't run like that anymore. There's never really a moment when they're not writing, bullet journaling, or hand-lettering, but they do enjoy photography and a good whiskey.
