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Synopsis
A vicious pirate known as the Albino is cutting a deadly swath across space, creating turmoil in the Klingon Empire that threatens to spill into the Federation. But this criminal also has a secret that could shake the halls of Imperial power, and his genocidal plans against the race that bore him will have consequences even he cannot imagine, as several unlikely allies join swords to bring the Albino to justice: Hikaru Sulu of the USS Excelsior; Klingon captains Kor, Koloth, and Kang; and a hotheaded young Federation diplomat named Curzon Dax. Tempered in the flames of their shared adversity, a captaincy is forged, a blood oath is sworn… and a hunt begins that will stretch from one generation to the next.
Is Excelsior: Forged in Fire appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This Star Trek novel features space battles, violence including genocide and piracy, and themes of vengeance and justice. The action is typical of the franchise with moderate combat and death but no graphic gore or sexual content.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include genocide, murder, and mass death (see the full list above).
Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.
Who'll love this
Fans of Star Trek will enjoy seeing beloved characters team up across species lines to hunt down a dangerous pirate in an adventure spanning generations.