Elaine Graham-Leigh Knihy

The planet of Benan Ty is just another poor and violent ex-Terran colony. Now the Chi!me, the major power in the galaxy, are coming to broker a peace deal between guerrilla group ViaVera and the government. For Quila, a rising figure in the Chi!me diplomatic service, the posting to Benan Ty could be the making of her career. Meanwhile Terise, one of ViaVera’s inner circle, is just trying to get her lover out with his life. But in a conflict where no side’s motivations are pure, they are both about to discover how much they have to lose. Set in a future where humanity has gone to the stars, but taken exploitation and oppression with them, this is a story of imperialism, resistance, friendship and ultimately, liberation.

How and why the working class are being blamed for climate change, and what we can do about it.

Focusing on the Albigensian Crusade, this book explores its significant impact on the local nobility in the region. It delves into the socio-political dynamics and the transformations experienced by the indigenous aristocracy during this tumultuous period. By examining lesser-known perspectives, the narrative sheds light on the complexities of power, culture, and resistance that emerged as a result of the Crusade, offering a nuanced understanding of this historical event.