Picard

Una McCormack

Science Fiction

Summary

Jean-Luc Picard confronts a rapidly destabilizing crisis that tests the boundaries of Starfleet command, the limits of loyalty among allies, and the stubborn integrity that defines a captain who refuses to abandon those who depend on him.

Una McCormack’s Picard novels sit squarely in the continuum of Starfleet history, expanding the emotional and political arcs established in the television era. The Last Best Hope began a harder look at Picard’s responsibilities after the Romulan evacuation, while The Dark Veil and Rogue Elements push him into delicate alliances and personal reckonings that resonate with long-time fans and new readers alike. Critical reception highlighted precise characterization and faithful recreation of Starfleet’s ethical tensions, with praise for how the prose anchors high-concept stakes in intimate, decision-point moments.

Main Titles

The Last Best Hope

In 'The Last Best Hope,' Captain Jean-Luc Picard faces a universe on the brink of chaos. A new threat emerges as old allies and enemies reappear, forcing Picard to confront long-buried secrets that could unravel the very fabric of peace. As tensions escalate, Picard's resolve and leadership are pushed to their limits, compelling him to navigate complex diplomatic waters while grappling with personal sacrifices. The stakes have never been higher, and the fate of countless lives depends on a delicate balance of diplomacy, courage, and hope. With every decision, Picard questions what it truly means to be the last best hope for the galaxy.

2020 Year

3 Publications

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The Dark Veil

'The Dark Veil' plunges Captain Picard into the shadows of a mysterious crisis that threatens to engulf his crew. A cloaked menace casts a pall over the Federation, forcing Picard to delve into the darkest corners of space and his own conscience. Many secrets come to light as the crew uncovers a hidden conspiracy that could alter the course of history, putting trust and loyalty to the ultimate test. Amidst treachery and deceit, Picard must rally those around him to confront the encroaching darkness, all while confronting his own inner demons. The hour of reckoning draws near, and the future hangs in the balance.

2021 Year

5 Publications

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Rogue Elements

'Rogue Elements' introduces a covert threat that challenges the stability of the galaxy and reveals unseen forces working behind the scenes. Picard’s crew encounters a rogue faction whose motives threaten to ignite chaos on a galactic scale. Navigating a web of deception and danger, Picard must track elusive targets across hostile territories, risking everything to protect innocent lives. The ethical lines blur as difficult choices surface, forcing Picard to question loyalties and strategies. The team's unity and resolve are put under fierce pressure as they confront elements that threaten to destabilize their universe from within.

2021 Year

5 Publications

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Second Self

In 'Second Self,' Captain Picard is faced with a personal and existential crisis that tests his very identity. A mysterious anomaly compels Picard and his crew to explore what it truly means to be...

In 'Second Self,' Captain Picard is faced with a personal and existential crisis that tests his very identity. A mysterious anomaly compels Picard and his crew to explore what it truly means to be oneself amid interstellar anomalies that challenge perception and reality. As they delve deeper into the phenomenon, Picard must reconcile past memories and future possibilities, confronting his own sense of self and purpose. The journey becomes not just one of discovery but of profound introspection, where the boundaries between ego and existence blur. Every revelation pushes Picard closer to understanding the essence of identity itself, shaping his destiny in unforeseen ways.

2022 Year

5 Publications

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