Stephen Elder

The Edenite Case Stephen Elder

The narrator of The Edenite Case is Ellit2, a detective in the Galactic Union's Division 51. Cephs are loners by temperament. When Ellit2 is assigned a partner, a human no less, the Ceph is very unhappy. The two detectives gradually reach a working accord that becomes deep respect and affection. In the course of investigating atrocities committed by one group of humans (militant Edenites) against another (non-militant Edenites), Ellit2 and Rae Maxxon travel to several worlds. They are called upon to be both diplomats and warriors. They also have to navigate emerging intrigues within the Galactic Council. With the help of a talented crew of several species, the two detectives manage to solve the case and avoid entrapment in the Council intrigue.