A Breach of Containment | Elizabeth Bonesteel

A Breach of Containment: A Central Corps Novel

Accolades & Praise

• Series Success: A highly anticipated and gripping third installment in the critically acclaimed Central Corps military science fiction series.
• Action & Intrigue: Praised for delivering a fast-paced military science fiction thriller that perfectly balances explosive space battles with deep corporate conspiracies.

Extended Synopsis

Space is full of the unknown, and most of it is ready to kill you. When hostilities between rival factions threaten to explode into a shooting war on the moon of Yakutsk, the two major galactic military powers, Central Corps and PSI, deploy ships to defuse the volatile situation. But when a strange artifact is discovered, events are set in motion that threaten the entire colonized galaxy—including former Central Corps Commander Elena Shaw.

Now an engineer on a commercial shipping vessel, Elena finds herself drawn directly into the conflict when she picks up the artifact on Yakutsk. Her investigation uncovers dangerous ties to the massive, corrupt corporation Ellis Systems, an entity she's opposed before. Her safety is further compromised by her past life and old ship, the CCSS Galileo, which she cannot easily leave behind.

Before Elena can pursue the artifact's true purpose, disaster strikes: all communication with the First Sector, including Earth, is abruptly lost. The reason becomes terrifyingly apparent when news reaches Elena of a hostile battle fleet racing toward Earth intent on destruction. Armed with crucial intel from a shadowy source and the strange artifact, Elena may be the only one who can stop the fleet, expose Ellis, and save humanity. But for this mission, there will be no second chances.

About the Author

Elizabeth Bonesteel is an accomplished science fiction author celebrated for her complex world-building and character-driven space operas. She is best known for her acclaimed Central Corps series, which includes The Cold Between, Remnants of Trust, and A Breach of Containment.

Reader Targeting

• Fans of military science fiction and expansive, action-packed space operas.
• Readers who enjoy strong, morally complex female protagonists and reluctant heroes.
• Enthusiasts of political intrigue, corporate conspiracies, and high-stakes galactic warfare.

Bibliographic & Physical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this part of a series?
Yes, A Breach of Containment is the third installment in Elizabeth Bonesteel's Central Corps series, following The Cold Between and Remnants of Trust.

Who is the main protagonist?
The story follows Elena Shaw, a former Central Corps Commander who now works as an engineer on a commercial shipping vessel.

What is the primary conflict in the book?
Elena is caught in the middle of a brewing galactic war over a mysterious artifact and must race against time to stop a hostile fleet from destroying Earth.

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