Sweep of stars

Summary: "Maurice Broaddus's Sweep of Stars is the first in a trilogy that explores the end of an empire. Epic in scope and intimate in voice, it follows members of the Muungano empire--a far-reaching coalition of city-states that stretches from O.E. (original earth) to Titan--as it faces an escalating series of threats. "The past, the present, and the future often collide with each other."--Stacia Chikeke, research captain of the star vessel Cipher. What happens when a peaceful utopia has to gear up for war? New leaders rise up vying to be the voice of the people. Scientists discover truths that could rock the foundations of the empire. Soldiers uncover a terrible secret and an alien plot against their alliance. Everyone must sacrifice for the love of their dream"--