In the latest installment of the enduring Ciaphas Cain series, our hero finds himself embroiled in a complex tangle of intrigue, danger, and unexpected adversaries. As retirement beckons, Cain is drawn back into the fray by the Adeptus Mechanicus, setting the stage for a thrilling and darkly humorous adventure. Join Cain and his companions as they face assassination attempts, mutiny, and hidden threats that could shake the very foundation of Imperial rule in the Damocles Gulf. Written by the talented Sandy Mitchell, this novel promises all the trademark action, wit, and mischief fans have come to love.