Escape from Shar Burk

Sci-fi book cover of “Escape from Shar Burk” by Greta van der Rol, featuring a determined woman and a spaceship in space

What did Marisa do to earn a death sentence?

Escape from Shar Burk is a fast paced action adventure where a rescue meant to save one woman sparks a deadly pursuit across worlds when the governor of Shar Burk decides the Misfits must die.

Reviewer says, “Hair-raising space adventure and a satisfying ending to the story arc.”

About the book

When Chet, Toreni, and Jirra rescue Marisa, the mistress of Shar Burk’s brutal governor, Soldar, they think they’re simply helping a woman escape to a new life. But what did Marisa do to earn a death sentence? Is it just a power play between tyrants or something far more dangerous?

As the Misfits follow the trail, Marisa discovers a whole new world beyond Shar Burk Station and men far kinder than Soldar. But their act of mercy hasn’t gone unnoticed. With help from a traitor in Fleet Intelligence, Soldar is on their trail, and he wants one thing… All of them dead.

Escape from Shar Burk is the final Morgan’s Misfits mission. Expect pursuit, political fallout, and consequences that cannot be undone.

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FAQ

Can I read this without reading the earlier Misfits books?

It can be read on its own, but it works best after Kuralon Rescue and Rescuing Romila, as it concludes the Misfits trilogy.

Do Morgan and Admiral Ravindra appear?

Yes. They appear in supporting roles that connect the story to the wider Morgan Selwood universe.

How much romance is in this book?

A light romance thread runs beneath the action, but the focus is on survival, loyalty, and the mission.

Does this conclude the Misfits trilogy?

Yes. This mission resolves the team’s ongoing arc and forces final choices with lasting consequences.

Is the sex explicit?

Moderate spice, with explicit scenes that serve the story.

How does the Manesai caste system affect this story?

The rigid caste structure continues to shape the risks and political fallout the Misfits face. Learn more about the caste system in the series page.

Why are the Misfits out of place?

Each member of the team has defied her assigned role within the Manesai caste system, creating tension with authority and society.

Is this book more intense than the earlier Misfits stories?

Yes. The stakes are personal and political, and the Misfits are no longer simply solving a case. They are fighting to survive.

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