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Now in mass market, the twentieth book in the beloved Foreigner saga returns to the trials of diplomat Bren Cameron, as he navigates the tenuous peace he has struck between human refugees and the alien atevi. Bren Cameron, diplomat in residence, usually represents the ruler of the atevi state. But Ilisidi, the dowager, has been known to borrow his services from time to time—and she has her own notions how to solve the simmering hostilities in the south of the atevi continent, playing one problem against another. This time, she is betting the hard-won northern peace—and the lives of the people—on being right. She has commandeered the Red Train, taken aboard what passengers she chooses, and headed for the snowy roof of the world, where a hard-scrabble town and its minor lord are the first pieces she intends to use.

The recent overthrow of the Atevi head of state, Tabini-aiji, and the subsequent threats to his rule have led to significant changes within the Assassins' Guild, which is now focused on eliminating its internal dissenters, known as the Shadow Guild. With the Assassins purged of corruption and stability returning following the birth of Tabini's second child and the appointment of an heir, the Atevi world appears to be regaining its footing. Humans and Atevi continue to coexist peacefully on the space station and the planet, with preparations underway to welcome 5,000 human refugees from a dismantled station, showcasing unprecedented cooperation with the Atevi mainland. General Bren Cameron, Tabini-aiji's representative, is eager for a break after securing this critical agreement. However, Tabini's grandmother enlists his help for a train journey to the remote province of Hasjuran, instructing him to protect and advise her. Complicating matters, she has invited a young warlord, Machigi, and a potential heir to a northern province, raising questions about her intentions. When a Shadow Guild attack occurs at the train station, the stakes escalate. Hasjuran, overlooking the Marid district—a place where Machigi wields influence and the Shadow Guild holds power—becomes a focal point for conflict. Ilisidi is determined to confront the Shadow Guild, revealing her true motives for the trip and making Bren's role as protector increasin

This collection features C.J. Cherryh's acclaimed short fiction, showcasing her imaginative storytelling and rich world-building. Readers will encounter a variety of themes and characters that highlight her unique voice and perspective in speculative fiction. The anthology brings together her most celebrated works, offering both longtime fans and new readers a comprehensive look at her literary contributions. This volume serves as a testament to Cherryh's impact on the genre, making it an essential addition to any science fiction library.

SFWA Grand Master Cherryh returns to the Hugo-award winning Alliance-Union Universe with a thrilling entry in her far-reaching sci-fi saga. For years, the stations of the Hinder Stars, those old stations closest to Sol, have lagged behind the great megastations of the Beyond, like Pell and Cyteen. But new opportunities and fears arise when Alpha station receives news of an incoming ship with no identification. The denizens of Alpha wait anxiously for news about the outsiders, each with their own suspicions about the ship and its origins. Ross and Fallon, crew members of the Galway, believe the unidentified ship belongs to Pell and has come to investigate another massive ship docked at Alpha, The Rights of Man. Though Rights is under the command of the Earth Company, it is not quite perfected--and its true purpose is shrouded in mystery. James Robert Neihart, captain of Finity's End--a huge faster-than- light ship flown by one of the Merchanter Families--has heard whispers of The Rights of Man and wonders at its design and purpose, especially as Sol struggles to rival the progress of the Farther Stars. Now docked at Alpha, he must convince the crews that there is more to The Rights of Man than meets the eye. Because the reasons behind the creation of The Rights of Man, and its true plans, could change everything--not just for Sol, but for the Hinder Stars and the Beyond itslf.

Ariane Emory PR, the genetic clone of scientist Ariane Emory, investigates the murder of her progenitor, searching for a killer in a turbulent interstellar society while struggling to avoid the same fate as the original Ariane.

"For years, the stations of the Hinder Stars, those old stations closest to Sol, have lagged behind the great megastations of the Beyond, like Pell and Cyteen. But new opportunities and fears arise when Alpha station receives news of an incoming ship with no identification. The denizens of Alpha wait anxiously for news about the outsiders, each with their own suspicions about the ship and its origins. Ross and Fallon, crew members of the Galway, believe the unidentified ship belongs to Pell and has come to investigate another massive ship docked at Alpha, The Rights of Man. Though Rights is under the command of the Earth Company, it is not quite perfected--and its true purpose is shrouded in mystery. James Robert Neihart, captain of Finity's End--a huge faster-than-light ship flown by one of the Merchanter Families--has heard whispers of The Rights of Man and wonders at its design and purpose, especially as Sol struggles to rival the progress of the Farther Stars. Now docked at Alpha, he must convince the crews that there is more to The Rights of Man than meets the eye. Because the reasons behind the creation of The Rights of Man, and its true plans, could change everything--not just for Sol, but for the Hinder Stars and the Beyond itself." --

In the latest installment of the Foreigner space opera series, human diplomat Bren Cameron faces a critical moment as he works to maintain peace between human refugees and the alien atevi. Acting as the representative of the atevi leader, Tabini-aiji, and serving as a translator, Bren embarks on a mission to the human enclave of Mospheira. His presence there, coupled with his absence from the continent, has awakened old enemies, stirring long-held grudges and ambitions on both sides of the strait. The situation is further complicated by the space station's urgent need for supplies and the pressing issue of overpopulation, necessitating the relocation of human refugees to the world below. Bren's mission expands to facilitate this landing, beginning with three children closely connected to Tabini's son, followed by thousands of humans who have never set foot on a planet. Tensions rise as certain Mospheirans are willing to resort to violence to prevent these newcomers from settling on the island, which the atevi refuse to cede. As a general peacemaker, Bren must navigate these treacherous waters, striving to prevent a war that both factions are eager to ignite. Will his diplomatic skills be enough to avert disaster?

The nineteenth book in C.J. Cherryh's beloved Foreigner space opera series begins a new era for diplomat Bren Cameron, as he navigates the tenuous peace he has struck between human refugees and the alien atevi. Alpha Station, orbiting the world of the atevi, has taken aboard five thousand human refugees from a destroyed station in a distant sector of space. With supplies and housing stretched to the breaking point, it is clear that the refugees must be relocated down to the planet, and soon. But not to the atevi mainland: rather to the territory reserved for human, the island of Mospheira. Tabini-aiji, the powerful political head of the atevi, tasks his brilliant human diplomat, Bren Cameron, to negotiate with the Mospheiran government. For the Alpha Station refugees represent a political faction that the people of Mospheira broke from two centuries ago, and these Mospheirans are not enthusiastic about welcoming these immigrants from space.

In the eighteenth installment of Cherryh's Foreigner series, Alpha Station has taken in five thousand human refugees from a destroyed station, leading to a critical need for relocation. The refugees must be moved to the island of Mospheira, reserved for humans, rather than the atevi mainland. Tabini-aiji, the atevi political leader, assigns his human diplomat, Bren Cameron, to negotiate with Mospheira's government. The Mospheirans are reluctant to welcome these immigrants, as they broke from this political faction two centuries ago. Over the years, Bren has become deeply integrated into the atevi world, now an atevi lord with his own estate and bodyguards. He has developed a close relationship with Tabini's young son, Cajieri, who is the first atevi child to grow up around a human. Tabini orders Bren to return to Mospheira, where he must inform the president that the island must accept the refugees, as there are no other options. Among the refugees are three children who have formed a bond with Cajieri, creating a lifelong loyalty. Meanwhile, Cajieri is sent to visit his uncle Tatiseigi, a political move that also serves as a vacation. However, Tatiseigi's neighbors have their own agenda, using Cajieri's visit as a pretext to settle an old feud.

Together for the first time in one volume—all four novels in the dark science fiction epic, the Morgaine Cycle.The gates were relics of a lost era, a linked network of portals that the ruthless Qual empire used to span Time and Space. The Science Buereau has come to believe that sometime, somewhere in the unreachable past, someone has done the unthinkable and warped the very fabric of the universe using these gates. Now, it is up to Morgaine, a mysterious woman aided by a single warrior honor-bound to serve her, to travel from world to world sealing the ancient gates whose very existence threatens the integrity of all worlds...