Shadow Talk, (Paperback)

After surviving a sneak attack by the Azoren Federation, Captain Faith Benson must forge an alliance with the Gulmar Union. But before she can connect with her potential allies, disaster strikes. Now the freshly minted captain has to contend with a crumbling government and troublesome subordinates. Her leadership skills are put to the test, even as allies try to root out traitors and conspiracies.

And when an unexpected threat presents itself, all the efforts put into diplomacy collapse.

With time running out, Faith has to find a way not only to salvage the alliance but to save her fleet.