On the frozen world of Ampheres, young Ridley Camaro struggles for basic survival while pining for a better, more adventurous life. Mycroft, a Specter with the Cosmic Syndicate, has to bear the entire weight of the galaxy on his shoulders, and is single-handedly charged with ceasing the approaching war. When the two men's paths cross, they are thrust into the forefront of the grandest drama the galaxy has ever seen.
By Design, Life Was Miserable. Zebulon was the epitome of a Nobody, whose only purpose was to maintain Society's status quo. He had no input in any facet of his life, and because he didn't know any better he was happy about it. After the inauguration of the Nation's new Leader, Zebulon is personally chosen to uncover the truth behind the Great Question, the catastrophic event that many blame for the present state of affairs. The public's distrust of the government is at record levels, and the Leader believes solving the matter will finally bring the Nation to the fabled Prosperity. If The Design Is Discovered, the Misery Will End. The young man immediately makes progress, which irritates the true holders of power, the High Court of the Seven. They created the Society and are sustained by the design of the present. To preserve their legacy, they battle against Zebulon's crusade. The Misery Serves a Purpose. Surrounded by enemies, Zebulon must straddle the tight rope between life and death to uncover the hidden truth and deliver it to a desperate Nation. Before Q, There Was Z.