Joan D. Vinge has won two Hugo Awards, one for her novel The Snow Queen. Author of ten novels and a number of film adaptations, her books have been bestsellers here and abroad. She lives in Madison, Wisconsin.
"First-rate suspense! One of the top science fiction books of the year." --Seattle Times/Post-Intelligencer "Intense, fast-paced intrigue." --Locus "Joan Vinge makes a welcome return to large-scale science fiction . . . a well-told, entertaining tale." --Chicago Sun-Times "Outstanding." --C. J. Cherryh
Hired by the powerful taMing dynasty to protect its Security Council candidate from assassination, a half- human telepath known as ``Cat'' uncovers a larger conspiracy that threatens to destroy the remnants of individual freedom in a world controlled by interstellar corporations. Political intrigue, shifting loyalties, and fully realized characters add uncommon depth to this sequel to Psion . Highly recommended for sf collections as well as for mature young adult readers. JC
"First-rate suspense! One of the top science fiction books of the year." --Seattle Times/Post-Intelligencer "Intense, fast-paced intrigue." --Locus "Joan Vinge makes a welcome return to large-scale science fiction . . . a well-told, entertaining tale." --Chicago Sun-Times "Outstanding." --C. J. Cherryh
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