The Admiral and the Rebel

Sci-fi cover of “The Admiral and the Rebel” by Greta van der Rol, showing an officer and a woman facing each other with starships behind them

When opposites attract, explosions are sure to follow…

The Admiral and the Rebel is a fast paced space opera with romantic tension woven through the action. It sits in the Ptorix Empire universe and can be read on its own.

Rated 4.9 stars by readers

About the book

Sara York’s fight began during a bloody episode on her planet that left her vowing justice. Now, she hides her true identity behind a respectable job as a freight operator. Her mission is simple: orchestrate raids, hijacks, and piracy to support the rebels.

Everything was going according to plan until Fyn reappeared in her life.

Confederacy Fleet Admiral Fyn Nielsen’s new assignment is to assist the ruler of a distant world to help eliminate piracy and smuggling. The last person he expects to see is Sara. He has never forgotten the woman who saved his life a decade ago.

What might have been a simple reunion becomes a dangerous game of subterfuge between the rebel and the military admiral sworn to stop her.

As Sara and Fyn struggle with the growing love between them, they each face tough choices. If Sara risks everything, including her heart, will Fyn be there to catch her… or will he imprison her as a traitor?

If you’re wondering whether The Admiral and the Rebel is your kind of read, this will help.

This book is for you if:

  • You enjoy science fiction that confronts politics, power, and who controls the narrative.
  • You’re drawn to stories that question rebellion, terrorism, and legitimacy.
  • You like protagonists on opposite sides of a political divide.
  • You appreciate slow-burn romance built on ideological conflict and hard choices.
  • You enjoy tension driven by ethics and strategy, not just physical danger.
  • You like space opera where loyalty to people clashes with loyalty to systems.

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FAQ

Is this the first book in the series?

No. The Admiral and the Rebel is part of the Ptorix Empire universe, but it stands alone. You can start here without reading the other books.

Is there romance?

Yes. Sara and Fyn’s relationship grows out of ideological opposition, danger, and reluctant respect.

Is there sex?

There is closed door sex.

Are the Ptorix involved in this story?

Yes. The political tension between humans and the Ptorix plays a role in the unfolding conflict.

What themes does the book explore?

The novel explores the line between terrorist and freedom fighter, the corrupting nature of power, and whether opposing sides can ever truly understand each other.

Tropes and elements

Admiral and rebel dynamic
Enemies to reluctant allies
Espionage
Political treachery
Ideological conflict

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