When Largo's old comrade requests Largo's help tracking down a killer, Amelia urges him to postpone their trip and lend a hand. The victim worked for the comrade's mother, a brilliant biologist about to unveil a new food source that promises to eradicate poverty and starvation galaxy-wide.

The research draws the attention of a radical group determined to prevent its use, but much to Amelia's dismay, also that of her creators–the Tribunal.

Their investigation proves to be anything but straight forward and Amelia and Largo find themselves drawn into a deadly web of murder and betrayal.

Deadly Games, the fourth book in the Amelia Blueheart Sci-Fi series delivers another entertaining tale of deception and adventure.