Self-styled gods in denial can spell doom for the galactic humanity.

Raised by frontier gods on Synoor, Kitaya DeWynter is unaware of her connection to the ruling families of the Allied Confederation, who once held the planet in defense against their two greatest enemies. She doesn't know that the name she bears, Kitaya, is not the one her parents gave her at birth. It was given to her by the witches, according to their ancient protocol. Although the Treetop Witches want to keep her within their realm, her telepathic power allows her to be reunited with the Allies. Will her return spell triumph or tragedy for a galaxy at war?

The Treetop Witches eons-old protocol forbids them from interfering with humans in their galaxy. The one who oversees such compliance is the strongest member of their ranks; no Treetop wants to run afoul of her. However, when space pirates from New Hebrides destroy the Allied regency on Synoor, the witches accept two humans into their jungle fort—Kitaya DeWynter and Josh—breaking their long-standing rule. As a result, a struggle for control ensues in their ranks. However, since the Allies seek to reestablish their presence on the frontier world, the Treetops must revisit the decision to interfere with human activities.

Using all the resources they possess, they plan to release one child to the Allies, but keep the other child safely within the confines of the Synoor jungle where they live. However, Kitaya's powerful telepathic abilities thwart their plans with tragic results. Now they have lost the child they raised to the Allies where an uncertain fate awaits her.

The third book in this science fantasy series, Rimworlds Rising provides the next chapter in this tale of a galaxy at war, including science fiction witches, space pirates, and magic. If you enjoy science fantasy fiction, you will enjoy this book.