Peace talks test the morality and resolve of two longtime enemies, the Bajorans and the Cardassians.

But when politics and diplomacy fail, a strange alliance of alien religions offers unexpected hope for lasting peace.

Meanwhile, a mysterious ancient artifact challenges the crew of the Defiant by restoring crewmembers who have survived life-altering transformations, propelling them into personal journeys of self-discovery during a dangerous military confrontation.

PLUS this volume sees the shocking death of a recurring character from the TV series.