Bøker av Mj Blehart

For tens of thousands of years, the races of a far-off galaxy have co-existed, mostly civilly. Over the millennia, each has spread beyond the cradle and created vast societies, kingdoms, nations, associations, and other identities across multiple solar systems. While the universe still has much uncharted territory, the greatest enigma is the void. The emptiness between galaxies has always been a source of mystery and disquiet, but none are prepared when a new threat emerges from the unknown darkness. A former starfighter pilot, a deposed queen, a broker of commodities and influence, a pirate crew, and an average family man find their lives upended in a myriad of ways - both separately and together. All will face choices and challenges that lead to confrontation with the extragalactic invaders, whether they like it or not. The opening gambit of the void incursion will forever change life across the galaxy. The only question is...how much?

When a high-ranking businessman and two clones are murdered, Marshal Onima Gwok of the Confederation Bureau of Investigation (CBI) gets assigned the case. But nothing quite adds up. Is there something more insidious going on?There is just one witness - a clone.When the war ended ten years ago, the clones who had fought it were discarded, forgotten, and became second-class citizens of the new confederation. Jace Rojas, designated AC J7-2247, is an infantry clone. When he proves to be more helpful than just being a witness to a murder, Onima decides to bring Jace along to join her team as they look for answers across multiple solar systems. But every question seems to produce no answers - only more questions.Will this be the start of a new war - or something worse?

The infiltrators from the void between galaxies are increasing their attacks. Striking with weapons and force never before seen, they are devastating - and determined to leave no witnesses. More and more races across the galaxy are being attacked by this threat - but why? Former military starfighter pilot Jeck Murtsharn and the diverse crew of the starship Dawnstrider; DDI Hectir and agents of the Cosmic Security Agency; Shi'tra and the pirate crew of the Ravusqan Raider; and merchant and information broker Avra Pii K'tark'ah all find themselves to be unwitting pieces on an immense chessboard. They are, by no means, alone. Two very different soldiers become the first survivors and witnesses to the attacks; Alvon Gargarm finds hope and purpose - despite his enslavement far from home; and deposed queen Ashira Aeshar joins the Dawnstrider crew while continuing to seek out who conspired against her and her late spouse. Each of the players takes a critical position against the void incursion - knowingly and otherwise. But who are these invaders and why are they attacking?

The attacks by the invaders from the void between galaxies grow fiercer - and new targets are obliterated with their deadly, devastating weapons. And still, their motivation is unknown. Jeck Murtsharn, deposed queen Ashira Aeshar, and the rest of the diverse crew of the Dawnstrider have entered into an alliance with Shi'tra and the pirate crew of the Ravusqan Raider. Rather than get caught in the crossfire they each work to spread knowledge of the unusual attackers - while still practicing business as usual. Alvon Gargarm, freed from his enslavement, joins DDI Hectir and the Cosmic Security Agency. Together, they do all they can to assemble the puzzle pieces of multiple interplanetary situations. Merchant and information broker Avra Pii K'tark'ah has found key information about who the invaders are - but not why they have come. The attacking infiltrators are not the only force from beyond the void. Another arrives, assisting the races of the galaxy and fighting the invaders. But are they saviors - or another threat? To avoid the strategic crush, new allies must be made. Each of the players has a role in that, willingly or not. Have these forces from the void chosen to place the galaxy in the crossfire by chance - or by intention?

The endgame is at hand.The various races of the galaxy have come together to form the new Interplanetary Interspecies Treaty Organization (IITO). With its formation, they have satisfied what the extra-galactic Xorcerizts required. Now, the Xorcerizts will provide not just defenses, but weapons sufficient to fight the incursion of the Ditufgne.Because if the Ditufgne aren't stopped soon, they never will be.The crews of the Dawnstrider and Ravusqan Raider have been drawn deeper into the conflict - while Jeck, Ashira, and Shi'tra balance their needs and the greater good. Hectir, Alvon, and Avra Pii K'tark'ah race to assemble the most massive force ever known for one closing gambit.Through critical positions, strategic crushes, and antipositional moves - the denizens of the galaxy have been set for one incredible match.Who will declare checkmate and emerge victorious?

The peoples of the galaxy are no longer alone in their fight.The invaders - called the Ditufgne - have an enemy with equal or perhaps greater force at their command - The Xorcerizts.This new - but familiar - race has an offer that not only gives everyone a fighting chance - but could fundamentally change the make-up of governance across the galaxy.The crews of the Dawnstrider and Ravusqan Raider find themselves unexpectedly in the middle of history. Alvon Gargarm and information broker Avra Pii K'tark'ah have key roles in discussions that might reshape interplanetary policy.But many questions remain. What is the motivation of the Ditufgne? Are the Xorcerizts truly intent on helping the races under attack? Can the disparate peoples work together to resist the incursion?Is the end of the incursion near - or is there worse on the horizon?

What does it look like when the villain wins?Aria Knight knows that for every problem there is a solution. Learning from the failures and failings of others, she uses tactical and strategic plans to take whatever comes her way.The Cromah Republic and its foolish belief in democracy has developed an arrogance she sees a need to put to rest. The Huscarn Empire is strong - but Aria can see a path to make it the ultimate, lone power in the world. Under one rule the world can be better.In the Imperial Huscarn Navy, she has swiftly risen through the ranks. Once she gains command, she sets her sights ever higher.Unwilling to accept mediocrity, Aria uses kindness, deviousness, manipulation, intent - and just a touch of magic - to propel her to the destiny she believes to be hers.Using every tool - and follower - at her disposal, Aria knows she will ultimately triumph. As she ascends and brings her allies with her, any who stand in her way must step aside, fall in line, or be destroyed...By any means necessary.

Time's up!All the pieces are in place and the conspirators have set their plot in motion.Confederation Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Marshal Onima Gwok, Deputy Marshal Kara Martinez, and clone Jace Rojas must use every resource available to them to halt the conspiracy in its tracks.But the CBI has been compromised. Onima and her team must work to not only save the Confederation - but the lives of tens of thousands of clones throughout colonial space.Taking Jace, the unexpected witness, across space and through the clone conundrum to unravel the conspiracy has been all about bold moves. Not just for Onima and her team - but the conspirators.Will Jace and his companions end the conspiracy - or will the conspirators end them?

Betrayal!The mole has shown their true colors. An act of sabotage has produced dire consequences for Marshal Onima Gwok, Deputy Marshal Kara Martinez, and infantry clone Jace Rojas.But the investigation into the vast conspiracy to use clones to topple the Confederation is far from complete. Adding a new and skilled replacement for the traitor, the team continues to bring together the disparate pieces of the puzzle. But Onima paid for her trust before - can she, and the team, trust again?There are other dangers lurking in the shadows. Insidious forces will stop at nothing to bring their plan to fruition - and conspirators remain inside the CBI, the monopolistic business entity that is Gray and Chuang, and possibly the Confederation itself.Traveling across space from colony to colony, the team is leaving no clue uninvestigated. The conspiracy is unraveling - but the clock is ticking. Can they pull all the loose threads before it's too late?

Infantry Clone Jace Rojas and CBI Marshal Onima Gwok have uncovered a sinister plot, but in the quest for more answers, all they find are new questions.As they continue the investigation into the murder of the business executive, more evidence of a vast conspiracy to topple the government using clones emerges.In addition to Jace, Onima relies heavily on her team. Specifically, brilliant cryptanalyst and former hacker Feroz Jones, medical examiner Dr. Maira Patel, and pilot Yael Amber. Onima has been warned that someone on her team is sharing information with CBI higher-ups potentially tied to the late executive's company...and the conspirators.When Deputy Marshal Kara Martinez is assigned to the team by a suspect CBI director, Onima can't help but wonder if she will be a help - or a hindrance.How do the conspirators intend to use the clones to overthrow the Confederation leadership? And what obstacles will the mole throw in the way of Onima, Jace, and the team as they attempt to solve the clone conundrum?