Threads of Conceit — Maquel A. Jacob

Dark secrets threatening to be exposed are the core of two alien leaders in conflict. Chardon, the leader the Lassian race emerging from the brink of extinction. Halfar, the supreme ruler of Azrom passing the time on Earth as the head of a major crime organization willing to do anything to keep Chardon; and has. When a rogue faction of Halfar's armada devises a coup during his conquest of Earth, the two leaders must decide. Should they remain enemies or Join forces to save an unprepared Earth? A maelstrom of deceit and drawn battle lines is set in motion when the seeds of Chardon's and Halfar's inner circles own convictions add more strife to the cause. And now the Razznians, bitter about the broken deal have come for a fight. Can everyone come together and become a united front? The battle causes a collapse in the intergalactic trade system run by the Dreridians who demand compensation, with interest. Compliance requires drastic measures for all. But Azrom has bigger problems as bonds laced with contrition are holding on by a thread. With so many secrets filled with animosity and shame, both Azrom and New Lassa must face their own demons.