First published 1989
On a distant colony world, brothers Mark and Miles Vorkosigan are caught in a deadly military coup. As the planet descends into chaos, the brothers must put aside their differences and fight for their lives. Pursued by ruthless mercenaries, they make a desperate bid for freedom, battling through a landscape of terror and betrayal. In the crucible of combat, the brothers forge an unbreakable bond, discovering the true meaning of family and sacrifice.
Genres: science-fiction, military-fiction, adventure, action
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Colony World
Period: Future
338 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Baen Books
Content warnings: violence