When it comes to military science fiction, William Dietz can run with the best, says Steve Perry. And he proves it once again in his newest novel about the foreign legion of the far future—and the battles no one else can fight but General Bill Booly. Now, in the wake of a great universal war, he's found himself struggling to balance his military, political, and humane obligations. But neither Booly nor his men realize on the remote world of LaNor, another revolution is brewing. There, a career Legionnarie with a reputation for bucking authority and an inexperienced, overly-ambitious diplomat will become key to defending the deadly LaNorian web of terrorism that threatens not only the Legionnaires, but the entire Confederacy.Author Biography: William C. Dietz is the author of more than twenty science fiction novels, including the Legion of the Damned novels: Legion of the Damned, The Final Battle, By Blood Alone, and By Force of Arms. He grew up in the Seattle area, spent time with the Navy and Marine Corps as a medic, graduated from the University of Washington, lived in Africa for half a year, and has traveled to six continents. He and his wife live in the Seattle area, where they enjoy traveling, boating, snorkeling, and not too surprisingly, reading books.