The Republic of Cinnabar is rioting in the streets. At war with the Alliance once again, the Republic faces a new challenge when riots erupt after a tyrannical captain executes three crewmen without trial – and is promptly acquitted. The Republic needs a steady hand to serve as the deranged captain’s lieutenant – and who better than acclaimed war hero, Daniel Leary?

Now, Lt. Leary and Signals Officer Mundy face their greatest challenge yet. While their captain grows ever more paranoid, Leary and Mundy must face off against spies, conspiracies and a suicide mission to a planet where violence is the only law. Surrounded by enemies on all sides, Leary and Mundy must use every last of strength to combat Cinnabar’s worst nightmare: a secret Alliance base, right in the heart of the Republic…