In this sequel to Solaris Rising, Clay Solaris must prepare the new nation of Antares for the inevitable clash with their former overlords, the Russian Federation, who refuse to recognize Antares as an independent nation and vow to reassert dominion over their former province. A potential technological breakthrough could give Clay the military advantage he desperately needs, but first he must struggle with a moral dilemma - is this new technology worth the human cost it takes to implement? Before the battle reaches the shoreline, Clay's professional and personal life take unexpected turns. Soon the time arrives when he must match wits with his nemesis and military equal, Russian General Ivan "Gorcy" Gorcovanich, who is determined to crush Clay and prove to the world that this backwater upstart is overrated. A clash of titans ensues. Clay Solaris quickly finds out that things in life aren't always what they seem to be. With each twist-and-turn, Clay Solaris must choose his path forward and navigate turbulent waters in order to find his place in this New World Order.