Zahn apparently is fascinated with trains. This story takes place exclusively on the
Quadrail, a intergalactic train.
Ex-Westali agent Frank Compton and faithful side kick and engineered
schizophrenic Bayta are involved in a closed room murder mystery. Beings are being murdered on the Quadrail
where it is impossible to have weapons.
The Modhri, group mind omnipotent evil opponent plays a
slightly different role in this the fourth book of the series. Frank and Bayta grow closer and more
interdependent but still refuse to acknowledge their feelings. That is as close to a spoiler as I intend to
get.
There is a broad cast of characters with idiosyncrasies
abounding. Who knew aliens would have
so many hangups? There is sufficient
action to keep you interested but it isn’t a barn burner. You can put it down and pick it up later
without feeling panic over the time differential.
Again, the series continues to grow on me and I enjoyed this
book more than the last.
I recommend it.
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