Knight Errant Alexi Holt must protect the planet Wyatt for the Republic. But her biggest challenge is saving Tucker Harwell-a genius possessing unmatched HPG skills-from the invaders who want to kidnap him for his knowledge.

A reactivated HPG makes Wyatt a target for both the Oriente Protectorate and Clan Spirit Cat. But unsavory characters will seek to control the biggest prize of all-the man who can fix an HPG-Tucker Harwell.