Book 9 of the Flight of the Armada series, Trouble in the Dark. The Phillipi family is still separated years after the Great Attack. Just as Prince Erich gains a better grasp on ruling the Armada, malcontent Asa Mennar continues to risk Thuringi lives in his quest to overthrow the Phillipi. Unexpected visitors to the Armada increases the risk. Meanwhile Stuart defends the Isle of Thuringa from both alien and native invaders. He also meets Marty Sheridan, who hosts the soul of former Warrior General Maranta Shanaugh, while Darien's D'tai ally Urgyl Fresh makes a valuable find.