The Weak and the Innocent — Ryk Brown

A ship in the hands of their enemy...
A liberation gone wrong...
A chance to double their ranks...
A bold and daring plan...

Their support from the Pentaurus cluster dwindling fast, the Alliance faces new and unpleasant realities in the Sol sector. But, as they soon discover, untoward changes have the potential to bring unexpected opportunities. The trick is in how you use them.