When Bethany Anne makes a promise, heavens and planets will be moved to keep it. She swore to protect the Federation before taking the fight to the Kurtherians. Nine months into the tour, and the Federation is still vulnerable when Gödel strikes. Renewed alliances bring the Federation together to fight the anti-Empire movement threatening its stability. Some distance away, a world is being built for the Collectives. Gödel's agent has other plans. Can the Rangers protect this new domain–Waterworld-until the Collectives arrive and can make the planet their home? Secret identities, subterfuge, and surprises. The twins' continuing investigation collides with the Federation's efforts to counter Gödel's scheming. An unexpected team-up leads them into the heart of a Spy Corps operation. Forced into a race against time, unraveling Gödel's secrets is the one hope for them all.
