The Lost Stars: Perilous Shield
The Lost Stars: Perilous Shield by Jack Campbell is a reissue published by Penguin on September 30, 2014. This science fiction novel unfolds in the aftermath of a coup against the Syndicate, where leaders of the Midway Star System strive to establish a government that balances freedom for its citizens with the strength needed to maintain power. As former rulers become new adversaries, an alien threat looms, forcing old enemies to reconsider their alliances.
Readers will find a narrative that centers on President Gwen Iceni, who views Midway as humanity’s defense against an enigmatic menace. Despite her training in self-preservation, she is committed to fighting for the star system’s future, even if it means collaborating with a former Syndicate CEO and an officer from the Alliance. General Artur Drakon, wary of trusting Iceni, grapples with the complexities of their partnership as they face the impending danger of an enigma fleet. This edition spans 432 pages and is presented in English, offering a deep dive into themes of military strategy and space opera.
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Following a successful coup against the tyrannical Syndicate, the leaders of the rebel Midway Star System work to forge a government free enough to please its citizens yet strong enough to secure power. But in a world where former rulers have become new foes, an alien threat to humanity may turn old adversaries into uncertain allies.
President Gwen Iceni believes Midway is their only defense against the enigmas. Syndicate training taught her self-preservation in a crisis, yet she’s determined to fight for the star system’s fate…even if it means joining forces with another former Syndicate CEO—and an officer of the hated Alliance.
Despite General Artur Drakon’s misgivings, he partnered with Iceni to overthrow Syndic forces. Now, with an enigma fleet menacing their hard-earned independence, he can ill afford to trust her—or lose her support. But in the back of his mind, there are three words that describe someone who confides in a Syndicate CEO: Stupid. Betrayed. Dead.
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