Star Trek: Vanguard #3: Reap the Whirlwind

Brief Description: "Ancient secrets lie on the fourth planet of the Jinoteur system, and three great rivals are fighting to control it. The Federation and the Klingon Empire want to wield its power; the Tholian Assembly wants to bury it. But the threat stirring on that distant world is more dangerous than they realize. The Shedai, who ruled the Taurus Reach aeons ago, have risen from their ages of deathlike slumber--to gather, marshal their strength, and take their revenge"--P. [4] of cover. Marc Notes: Copyright date 2007.; Based upon Star Trek created by Gene Roddenberry.; Ancient secrets lie on the fourth planet of the Jinoteur system, and three great rivals are fighting to control it. The Federation and the Klingon Empire want to wield its power;the Tholian Assembly wants to bury it. But the threat stirring on that distant world is more dangerous than they realize. The Shedai, who ruled the Taurus Reach aeons ago, have risen from their ages of deathlike slumber--to gather, marshal their strength, and take their revenge--P. [4] of cover. Publisher Marketing: The mystery of the Taurus Reach is about to be revealed. Ancient secrets lie on the fourth planet of the Jinoteur system, and three great rivals are fighting to control it. The Federation and the Klingon Empire want to wield its power; the Tholian Assembly wants to bury it. But the threat stirring on that distant world is more dangerous than they realize. The Shedai, who ruled the Taurus Reach aeons ago, have risen from their ages of deathlike slumber -- to gather, marshal their strength, and take their revenge. To keep Jinoteur from falling into enemy hands, the crews of Starbase Vanguard and the "U. S. S. Sagittarius" must risk everything: friends...loved ones...their own lives. But the sacrifices they make may prove too terrible for them to bear.

Contributor Bio:  Mack, David DAVID MACKis the "New York Times" bestselling author of more than twenty-five novels, including the Star Trek Destiny and Cold Equations trilogies. He co-developed the acclaimed Star Trek Vanguard series and its sequel, "Star Trek: Seekers". His writing credits span several media, including television ("Star Trek: Deep Space Nine"), film, short fiction, magazines, comic books, computer games, and live theater. He currently resides in New York City.