Starbound

In "The Lightship HMS Impulse," Peter Cochrane finds himself in the midst of political turmoil and impending war after the loss of his ship during a battle against the First Empire. Dreaming of serving aboard the HMS Starbound, he is soon confronted with a surprise attack while investigating a mysterious space station, which leads to devastating losses. As tensions rise on the Union world of Carinthia, Peter is put on trial and must navigate his dual roles as a naval officer and royal heir while facing the threat of a dangerous alliance that could fracture the Union.