The key to controlling the galaxy is hidden on a distant planet, and interplanetary powers will do anything to unlock its secrets, in this epic space opera from the best-selling game, Twilight Imperium

Bianca Xing has spent a lifetime on a provincial planet, dreaming of travelling the stars. When her planet is annexed by the Barony of Letnev, Bianca finds herself being taken into custody, told that she's special - the secret daughter of a brilliant scientist, hidden away on a remote planet for her own safety. But the truth about Bianca is stranger. There are secrets hidden in her genetic code that could have galaxy altering consequences. Driven by an incredible yearning and assisted by the fearsome Letnev Captain, Dampierre, Bianca must follow her destiny to the end, even if it leads to places that are best left forgotten.

About the Author
TIM PRATT is a Hugo Award-winning SF and fantasy author, and has also been a finalist for the World Fantasy, Sturgeon, Stoker, Mythopoeic, and Nebula Awards, among others. He is the author of over twenty novels, and scores of short stories. Since 2001 he has worked for Locus, the magazine of the science fiction and fantasy field, where he currently serves as senior editor. He lives in Berkeley, CA, with his wife and son.

Reviews
"Pratt's worldbuilding fascinates, and the plot serves up action and big ideas in equally tasty helpings. This is definitely a series to watch." -- Publishers Weekly Starred Review
"Brilliantly fun space opera." -- Locus
"A fun sci-fi ride." -- The Worlds Between Pages
"I really struggled to put this book down and was awake until 3am two mornings running because I was just enjoying it so much." -- Big Geordie Geek



Book Information
ISBN 9781839080760
Author Tim Pratt
Format Paperback
Page Count 368
Imprint Aconyte Books
Publisher Aconyte Books
Weight(grams) 293g
Dimensions(mm) 197mm * 130mm * 33mm