by T. M. Catron
Rance put a hand on his. “Why do you get so tired after you use it?”
“Because it harnesses the small electrical current within my body to charge. The more I use it, the more charging it needs. As it grows in power, my body’s natural defenses begin to recognize that it’s a foreign material. It sends antibodies to fight off the Stelltech. At least, that’s what I have come to believe. I didn’t have this problem when I returned to the Temple Station on a regular basis…”
Solaris hesitated. “Still mad at me about that reaper?”
“Yes and no. You did what you thought was best. But your life is more important than any weapon. I want you to know that.”
Solaris nodded. “I took a risk. It paid off.”
“This time,” Rance said, smiling sadly. She held his gaze a moment, then said, “What about your mad ninja skills? That’s not due to the Stelltech.”
“No,” Solaris smirked. “That’s all me.”
James walked by again on another round through the hold. He looked up, saw them sitting close, and rolled his eyes.
Rance frowned, still unsure about how to proceed with Solaris. She turned to lean against his shoulder again, trying to process all of the information. Now, she had more answers. And more questions.
The timing was off.
They were going to find Jane. Failure wasn’t an option. Rance would turn the galaxy upside down if she had to. She wasn’t sure the Five Sisters would yield any information, but they seemed like the best place to start.
The galaxy didn’t feel as safe as it had a few days ago, but as the captain watched her crew work and felt the warmth of the man sitting beside her, she knew everything would be okay. As long as she had breath in her body, she wouldn’t quit fighting. She wouldn’t give up. Her family—blood or otherwise—was worth it.
End Book 5
The Star Streaker crew will return in Legend of Xanthes.
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Author Note
Thank you for reading. If you enjoyed Persephone Evasion, please leave a review on Amazon, Goodreads, etc. And if you really loved it, tell a friend!
Originally, this book was going to be called Legend of Xanthes. During writing, I realized I had two separate stories to tell. So, I split them into two books and expanded them.
The next book will be called Legend of Xanthes, and you’ll learn what the swords are all about and what happens with Jane. Look for that book in late March/early April 2018.
In the meantime, if you haven’t signed up for my updates yet, the offer is still available. You can get a free short story about Solaris when you become part of my Readers’ Group. You’ll also get first looks at sneak peeks, new release pricing, updates, and an occasional book recommendation.
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~T.M. Catron
Acknowledgments
Writing is a solitary activity… until you want someone else to read it. It takes a team to get a book ready for publication, and I’m grateful for mine.
Thanks to Blake Gammons, who suggested the name ‘demidon’ to use for the reaper.
Credit for the names ‘reaper’ and Rapax trucilamia goes to Gavin Hanke, vertebrate zoologist, paleoichthyologist and proud member of the 501st Legion.
A big thank you to Tara and David for beta reading, and to Jim for beta editing.
Also by T.M. Catron
The Shadowmark Series:
Shadowmark, Book 1
Aether, Book 2
Glyph, Book 3
Book 4 (Early 2018)
“Sasquatch,” Phoenix Force Anthology
The Mine, A Shadowmark Origins Novella
Hybrid, A Shadowmark Origins Novel
The Star Streaker Series:
#1 Solaris
#2 The Deliverance Code
#3 Defiance
#4 Prometheus Rescue
“Machinations,” Bluebeard Anthology (short story)
Standalone:
“Melting Point,” Cyberwar: Digital Battlefield
As Wilhelmina Kirk:
“Winter’s Goblin,” The Goblin and the Grocer Anthology
“Flight,” Prime Peeks Anthology
About the Author
T.M. (Tiffany) Catron spent her childhood looking for hidden worlds in the back of her closet. When she didn’t find any, she decided to grow up already and write them into existence.
She’s the author of the post-apocalyptic thriller series, Shadowmark, and the space opera adventure series, Star Streaker. Although Tiffany primarily writes sci-fi, she enjoys a good story in any genre.
If she’s not watching Doctor Who or putting together Star Wars Legos with her son, Tiffany is imagining what trouble her characters can get into next. She lives in Tennessee with her husband, son, and three spoiled dogs.
To connect with her, visit:
www.tmcatron.com
[email protected]
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Phoenix Prime began as a Ph.D. level workshop for writers to come together to improve their craft and their businesses. However, since its creation, it has evolved into a tight-knit group of authors who encourage one another, collaborate with one another, learn together, and write together.
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