John G. Hemry is the "New York Times" bestselling author of "The Lost Fleet" (writing as Jack Campbell).With his Paul Sinclair novels, he creates a world of "outstanding suspense, realism, and...first rate military SF." ("Booklist") Lieutenant Junior Grade Paul Sinclair must adjust to his new position on the warship USS "Michaelson"--juggling his Legal Officer responsibilities and his intensifying relationship with girlfriend Jen Shen.When an explosion takes out most of Forward Engineering, Sinclair leads the effort to extinguish the fire.He's practically a hero. But when Captain Shen, Jen's father, is brought in to conduct an investigation, it seems that he's gunning for his daughter's suitor.Soon Sinclair uncovers evidence that points to a cover-up--involving a rising star in the officer corps.His evidence is circumstantial, and the suspect is the son of a powerful vice admiral.He's determined to see justice done, but is he willing to risk his name, his career, and his future among the stars?