The Emperor in Exile

The emperor must die.

Daniel Hankerson never aspired to become emperor. He was content as a reporter, analyst, and poker player. But fate never asks.

Now, after the greatest lost battle in the history of the Central Empire, Daniel remains cut off aboard the communications ship Hermes. For months, he could only speak to the Empire and listen to reports of losses.

Their next stop is the Barrondo sector, where they may find allies as well as enemies. The new protectorate continues to pursue them and has its own plans for taking over the Empire. The condition for meeting their goal is clear: Daniel Hankerson must die.