First published 1993
When the isolated space station SSS-900C is attacked by ruthless Kolnari pirates, the shellperson Simeon must use every trick in the book to buy time. Trapped on the station, the inhabitants obey the Kolnari's demands while Simeon secretly builds a cunning trap. As Simeon watches a forbidden love blossom, the fate of the station - and its people - hangs in the balance.
Genres: science-fiction, adventure, space-opera, action
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: SSS-900C, Kolnari
Hardcover · Baen