First published 1993
On the remote colony world of Darkover, the sun burns a bloody red in the sky. Sent to investigate, Jeff Kerwin finds a society on the brink of collapse. Mystical forces are stirring, threatening to tear the colony apart. As Kerwin delves deeper, he uncovers a terrifying conspiracy that strikes at the heart of Darkover's very existence. Can he unravel the truth before the colony is consumed by the rising tide of violence?
Genres: science-fiction, adventure, mystery, fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, political-intrigue
408 pages · Paperback · Ace Books