The aliens were smarter, tougher and meaner. All they were missing was a star drive. When an Earth ship enters a star system that should have been devoid of life, the crew discovers millions of aliens living in small space habitats. And if these strange creatures manage to steal Earth's faster-than-light drive technology, they will make Machiavelli look like a kindergartner. At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).