Prince Roger MacClintock was heir to the galaxy’s Throne of Man and a spoiled young brat-that is, until he and his Royal Marines were stranded in the barbarian world Marduk. So far, they’ve traversed a continent, bought out an enemy spaceport, and hijacked a starship. But they’re not home free yet-because home is no longer free.

Traitors have got murdered Prince Roger’s sibling and sister. His mother, the empress, continues to be alive, but in the hands of Roger’s very own biological dad, who handles her through medications and torture. A fresh heir towards the throne has been conceived, as soon as he is created, Roger’s mother will no longer be essential to the traitors’ plans. Prince Roger must somehow retake the empire before his new brother exists and his mother dies. It’s an difficult task-but Prince Roger knows all about difficult tasks.