The Shattered Skies

The Sturm, an empire of species purists, have returned from Dark Space to wage a war against mutants and borgs. They overwhelmed humanity's defenses with a sneak attack, transforming anyone connected to the system into a mindless psychotic killer. A small band of intrepid, unlikely heroes struck back, using the Armadalen Navy's final surviving warship to fend off the Sturm and save Princess Alessia, the sole surviving heir to the Montanblanc Corporation. Now, they must work together to rebuild what was lost and root out the numberless enemies of Earth. The Sturm invaders remain vastly more powerful, and they may not be the only threat lurking in the darkness of space.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 512 pages
Publication date: 08 December 2022
Publisher: Head of Zeus

Centuries after their defeat and exile to the distant realm of Dark Space, the enigmatic and powerful Sturm Empire has returned. Led by a group of species purists who view genetic and neural engineering as abominations, the Sturm has launched a devastating war against humanity, branding anyone with such modifications as mutants and borgs. In a daring sneak attack, the Sturm overwhelmed the galaxy's defense systems, deploying dark code that transformed countless individuals into mindless psychotic killers. It appeared as if the Sturm's victory was inevitable, their final triumph assured. However, a small band of courageous and unlikely heroes emerged to challenge their dominance.

Commander Lucinda Hardy, a skilled military leader, and Admiral Frazer McLennan, a seasoned naval officer, commandeered the Armadalen Navy's final surviving warship, the Valiant. With unwavering determination, they engaged the Sturm's massive Attack Fleet, employing brilliant tactics to outmaneuver and destroy their enemy's forces. In a decisive moment, the Valiant managed to destroy the Sturm's flagship, dealing a significant blow to their military might.

As the battle raged on, Commander Hardy and Admiral McLennan's team rescued Princess Alessia, the sole surviving heir to the enormous Montanblanc Corporation and perhaps Earth's only remaining senator. With the Sturm's forces in disarray, the Valiant made a hasty escape, leaving the princess and the remnants of a fallen civilization behind. Now, faced with the daunting task of rebuilding a shattered world and confronting the countless enemies of Earth, Commander Hardy and Admiral McLennan must join forces to forge a new alliance and confront the imminent threat that looms in the darkness of space.

The Sturm Empire remains a formidable force, with its advanced technology and unwavering determination to exterminate all mutants and borgs. However, the Valiant's victory has given humanity a glimmer of hope, and a renewed sense of unity and purpose. The heroes of the Valiant must continue to fight against the Sturm, using their combined skills and resources to rebuild what was lost and protect the fragile peace that exists in the galaxy.

As they navigate the treacherous waters of space, Commander Hardy and Admiral McLennan must also confront the moral dilemmas that come with their actions. The war against the Sturm has blurred the lines between good and evil, and the heroes must navigate a complex web of alliances and betrayals to achieve their goals. They must also confront the legacy of the Sturm Empire, which has left a trail of destruction and suffering in its wake.

Despite the overwhelming challenges they face, Commander Hardy and Admiral McLennan remain steadfast in their resolve. They know that the fate of the galaxy rests on their shoulders, and they are prepared to do whatever it takes to protect their homeworld and the people they love. With the Valiant as their flagship, they are ready to embark on a new chapter in the ongoing struggle against the Sturm Empire, determined to emerge victorious and restore hope to a world that has been plunged into darkness.

Weight: 354g
Dimension: 130 x 198 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789545975