One secret, one scientist, and one chance to do the right thing. The toughest, most damaged mechanized combat rig crew in the war has to be broken up. That's nonnegotiable, apparently. But can the most notorious operator of the bunch follow the orders of a new lieutenant with secret ties to the admiral? The newest, most deadly enemy of the Capian First Expeditionary Fleet, known as the Alaran Kill Team, has its own mission-take out the scientist blocking them from invading. Jam and his new battle companions must navigate threats from above and below to stop the AKT. Maybe, with luck and a bit of bravado, they can save multiple civilizations.

Scott Moon writes contemporary fantasy, crime fiction, and science fiction.