Embark on a thrilling journey to Polar City, a neon-drenched metropolis on the edge of the galaxy where crime and mystery intertwine. Follow the exploits of tenacious protagonists as they navigate dangerous investigations spanning interstellar space. From the murder of diplomats to the discovery of alien artifacts, each case threatens to ignite an intergalactic war. These stories are packed with action, suspense, and a gritty exploration of life in a futuristic urban frontier.
Featuring a female hero and a male object of desire, this fast-paced adventure blends classic science fiction elements with a revisionist twist. Set against a backdrop of intrigue, the story unfolds with dead bodies, hookers, drugs, and mysterious aliens, leading to several high-speed chases. It pays homage to the genre while delivering a thrilling narrative filled with unexpected turns and vibrant characters.
A science fiction mystery with a political twist. The investigation of blackmail and murder on two planets uncovers an interstellar plot that jeopardizes the political balance between the human dominated Republic and the two major alien dominated governments. Set both in Polar City on Hagar and on the capital planet of Sarah POLAR CITY NIGHTMARE explores the universe of katharine Kerr's previous bestseller, POLAR CITY BLUES, digs into its history, and takes a closer look at the interstellar confederation, one of its major cultures. It develops themes first sounded in the original machine intelligence, prejudice, and human relationships, along with a look at what is truly ‘alien’. It is a major work of SF imagination.