Characters
Claire Zadowsky
A streetwise survivor with a sharp mind and a hidden heart, Claire Zadowsky knows how to fight, adapt, and bargain her way through any world—whether it’s the alleys of St. Louis or the unknowns of first contact.
Zhara nar Korith
Curious and bold, Zhara nar Korith is a young Kilrathi eager to explore new worlds. Torn between family honor and her own questions, she is determined to understand—and shape—the future unfolding around her.
Kythara nar Korith
A seasoned engineer and devoted mother, Kythara nar Korith balances Kilrathi tradition with the demands of a new world. Sharp, disciplined, and fiercely protective, she steers her clan through uncertain times.
Caterina Rossi
Resourceful and quick-witted, Caterina Rossi grew up on the streets of Genoa. Fiercely independent and adaptable, she finds herself caught between worlds as the city’s tides begin to shift.
Kharal nar Stagash
Young and earnest, Kharal nar Stagash is a Kilrathi soldier from the deep caves of his home planet. Thrust into a confusing new world, he’s determined to prove himself—though his greatest tests may come from the heart.
Deyah nar Stagash
Proud and strong-willed, Deyah nar Stagash upholds her clan’s traditions as both mother and matriarch. With wisdom and quiet resolve, she weaves the destinies of those she loves, even as new challenges arise.