Love and loyalty collide in deep space.
The Demon’s Eye is a fast paced space opera short story blending political tension, piracy, and a second chance romance.
Reviewers say: “Fast paced space opera romance with strong characters and real stakes.”
“Well developed characters, adventure, mystery, and romance. Very well done.”
“Only 51 pages, yet a complete story with hero, heroine, aliens, and intrigue.”
About the book
Krystina Merkos is reluctant to leave her home planet, but agrees it’s best that her father doesn’t have to worry about her safety while he fights to hold his government together. The journey on an Imperial warship becomes far more pleasant when she discovers that Ben Paulsen, an old flame from her school days, is a senior officer on board.
But it’s not all smooth sailing. The captain wants to seduce her, Ben’s keeping his distance, and pirates plan to sell her to the murderous sect waging war against her father.
When the frigate is attacked by a pirate fleet intent on capturing Krys, she faces an impossible choice. If she surrenders, she’ll die a painful death. If she doesn’t, everyone else will.
Unless she and Ben can find a way out—for them all.
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FAQ
Space opera with science fiction romance elements. It combines action, political tension, piracy, and a developing romantic arc.
It is a standalone short story set in the Dryden Universe.
It is a short story of approximately 50 pages, offering a complete romantic and political arc within a compact format.
The Yrmaks are a non human alien species with their own culture, traditions, and internal conflicts. They are often encountered as pirates and slavers within the Dryden Universe.
Yes. Krystina and Ben were classmates in their youth, and the events of the story reunite them under dangerous circumstances.
No. The emphasis is focused on emotional connection rather than graphic detail.
Loyalty under pressure
Second chances
Political manipulation
Courage in crisis
Autonomy and choice
Yes. Despite political danger and personal risk, the story reaches a satisfying conclusion.