Steve Rzasa richt zijn schrijven op het verkennen van de menselijke natuur en moraliteit door middel van boeiende en doordachte verhalen. Zijn werken duiken vaak in de complexiteit van interpersoonlijke relaties en ethische dilemma's. Rzasa kenmerkt zich door een meeslepende stijl die lezers in zijn werelden trekt en hen aanzet tot reflectie op fundamentele existentiële vragen. Zijn aanpak combineert avontuurlijke elementen met diepgaande filosofische overwegingen.
Mercury Hale, a former crime fighter turned mercenary, navigates the underbelly of San Camillo while taking on cases for payment. His latest challenge arises when a specialist from the Procyon Foundation disappears, leading him to confront a new and terrifying breed of monster threatening the city. As he delves deeper into the mystery, Mercury must balance his need for work with the growing danger lurking in the shadows.
Vincent Chen plays a crucial role in maintaining communication between star systems within the Realm of Five, managing the comms ferry satellites. Known for his cautious nature, he prioritizes safety and avoids taking risks for others, which shapes his interactions and decisions in a high-stakes environment. The story explores the balance between duty and personal connection in a vast, interconnected universe.
Set on the independent planet of Rhysalan, the story revolves around Chief Warrant Officer Graven Tower, who navigates the complexities of maintaining order among thousands of exiled governments and their diverse alien populations. Tasked with overseeing the Xenocriminology and Alien Relations department, Tower confronts a range of challenges, including assassinations, revolutions, and civil wars, all while managing the tensions that arise in this volatile sanctuary. The narrative explores themes of duty, conflict, and the intricacies of interspecies relations.