Second Chances — John Mark Tucker

The steamy and steady romance between Tanner Ronin and Katrina Sterling captivated readers in Elite: One. Now these three new short stories in Elite: Two will push both of them into situations beyond anything they could have imagined.

Just when the two thought they could settle down, Katrina's status as a Terran is questioned by the Gama government, and the couple is torn apart. While Katrina is en route to prison, she escapes the Gama ship she's on -- only to crash onto the Terran planet along with a new and important ally. Katrina must use all her wits and wiles to survive captivity and make it back to the love of her life. Meanwhile, a mysterious woman enters Tanner's world, bringing back memories from his past as he struggles through the most terrible period of his life. Both Katrina and Tanner will need to confront the darkness within if they have a chance of surviving their most dangerous mission yet.

Fans of Elite: One will be happy to see what Tanner, Katrina, Vince, Cindi, and Sasha are up to while newcomers will be entranced and enchanted by the rich and sprawling world of the Gamas and Terrans. Despite the futuristic setting and alien races, the love between Tanner and Katrina is unquestionably and intimately human.