The ancient palace held a dark secret. Nobody ever went there. Stories were told. Terrible stories. Kevin could not resist his curiosity about that imposing place. His rebellion against superstition began a journey that put the fate of the world in his hands. The truth will define his purpose. His quest must answer one question. Can the remnants of the past still protect the future?

An ancient derelict has been discovered. Inside, scars of war demand retribution. What is true and what is a lie? Can the investigators stop a new war? Or will Earth and its allies be torn apart? Starlight Hodgens and Janice Heartmyer join the search for an elusive enemy in this new adventure across deep space. This new, stand alone story continues the adventures of the characters from M R Mortimer's novel 'Starlight'.

What makes a hero? Is it bravery? Is it intellect? Or is it merely circumstance? Sometimes heroes are made, in spite of their own wishes. In this book you will find heroes. Some you will love, others you will loath. None chose their path alone. Could you be a hero? __________________________ This book is a collection of twelve stories by M R Mortimer. Contains: Science Fiction Stories: Convict The Soft False Prophets Grug Nation The Judas Goat Fantasy Stories: Princess Agent Kaarthal Elemental Child Memory Whimsical Stories: Monster Treat Bongo and Blue (Elephant Detectives) Imps and Blue...