Lefler's previously-dead mother shows up, and everyone asks Vulcan Soleta for relationship advice. Oh yeah, and a creature is living in the warp core. More zaniness, weak plot, but definitely has the Star Trek vibe. ( )

PLOT OR PREMISE:
This is the sixth book about the U.S.S. Excalbur. This one sheers away from Captain Calhoun and Shelby, and focuses instead on Lefler and the return of her mother. In addition, there are extensive interactions between Selar, Burgoyne, and McHenry, trying to flesh out their characters.
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WHAT I LIKED:
The story is interesting, you get to meet another race, and Soleta has some amazing lines.
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WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE:
The Lefler storyline could have been far more detailed than it was, or gone into more depth for the relationship with her mother. However, a lot of the book seems to be simply tying up loose ends from previous stories and laying down markers for future ones.
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BOTTOM-LINE:
Cute ending but not one of the best in the series.
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DISCLOSURE:
I received no compensation, not even a free copy, in exchange for this review. I am not personal friends with the author, but I do follow him on social media. ( )