Sidereal Dawn
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Last published Sun, Mar 20, 2022
The space colony of Helios is in grave danger. Lieutenant Jaxen Avery must defend his home from terrestrial and orbital threats while uncovering the sinister force behind them. But doing so will challenge his very identity - as a Heliot, officer and friend - and sense of what is truly worth saving.
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