The next book in the epic saga of humankind’s war of transcendence

In the evolution of each sentient race, there’s a turning point when the species achieves transcendence through technology.

The warlike Sh’daar are determined that monumental milestone will never be achieved with the creatures known as human.

In the far side of known human space, the Marines are under siege, battling the relentless servant races from the Sh’daar aggressor. With a task force stripped to the bone and the Terran Confederation of Claims racked by dissent, rogue Admiral Alexander Koenig must make the momentous decision that may seal his destiny as well as the fate of humankind.

A strong defensive posture is futile, so Koenig will seize the initiative and convert the gargantuan Star Carrier America toward the unknown. For the part of surprise may be the only hope of stalling the Sh’daar assault on Earth’s solar system-and the battle for humankind’s success must be taken directly to the enemy.