This sequel is every bit as entertaining as the first book (Hunt the Stars) in the series as Tavi & her newly blended crew of humans & Valovians continue their efforts to head off a war between their two empires. Central to this story is Kee Ildez—hacker extraordinaire—& Varro Runkow—weapons specialist—who refuses to let her out of his sight. If you like your science fiction with a good dose of romance, this is a light, fun, entertaining series.