The saga begun in The Tellerand Encounter continues in Deception, as the worlds and characters of the Galactic Alliance grow. Kirill is in disarray after the death of Emperor Pragsmon. Galen and the resistance forces must fight distrust among the Kirilleans and the threat of a military still loyal to the Empire. Sterling Newman must find and secure the qi vortex, a device with great potential for good and for evil, on the previously unknown planet, Alesandra. Meanwhile, Armena Sandal must confront the Borellan Councilor, Chockdal Du, to help Vincent Mondras keep the Galactic Alliance intact. Follow the continuing story of people and the worlds of The Alliance Chronicles in Deception, the exciting sequel to Tellerand Encounter.