The Photonic Effect by Mike Chen (Paperback)

The Photonic Effect is a space opera by New York Times bestselling author Mike Chen. A starship captain and her crew return home after a decade scattered across space, only to face conspiracies, betrayals and rival factions in a galactic civil war. Blending action with themes of love, loss and loyalty, this Simon & Schuster paperback is a strong pick for science fiction readers who enjoy character-driven adventures.