Freedom's Last Gasp

In a world where aliens are mostly benign, the real danger lies with humans, as Priya Radcliffe learns firsthand. After losing her parents to terrorist attacks, she dreams of serving on a starship as the United Nations establishes its first spaceborne military. Just before graduation, she faces an unexpected choice: volunteer for a perilous mission to a mysterious outpost or risk being excluded from military service altogether. With no options left, Priya must navigate the uncertainties of her future in space.