Into the Hinterlands

In this gripping start to a new military science fiction series, young Allen Allenson, heir to a noble family in decline, embarks on a perilous mission to oust the power-hungry Terrans from a contested star sector. Eager to prove his worth and restore his family's fortunes, Allen soon discovers that both the cunning Terrans and enigmatic "Riders" have their own agendas. As political machinations spiral around him, he unexpectedly emerges as a hero in the making, navigating a treacherous landscape of alliances and adversaries. David Drake, a master storyteller, weaves a tale of growth and resilience amidst the chaos of war.