The Arkainian Chronicles Series by Lyra Zonder

Ten years ago, humans developed the knowledge and ability to explore beyond their own planet and out into the vastness of space.What they found was they were neither the first species to explore the galaxy, nor were they the most powerful. To secure the future, Earth’s leaders reached out to other species offering peace and a mutually beneficial arrangement. One such arrangement was with the Arkainians... moreTen years ago, humans developed the knowledge and ability to explore beyond their own planet and out into the vastness of space.What they found was they were neither the first species to explore the galaxy, nor were they the most powerful. To secure the future, Earth’s leaders reached out to other species offering peace and a mutually beneficial arrangement. One such arrangement was with the Arkainians.Humans have the opportunity to enter the Interstellar Employment Agency with hope of an exciting future. Arkainians offer protection to Earth, while humans travel to Arkainia to either work in the mines or as domestic housekeepers. Star Miller accepts an offer working in what she hopes is a peaceful and easy job of housekeeper for a retired Arkainian general.General Lokun Abakkus is one of four generals in the Arkainian military. He is summoned to the capital city just as he is about to depart on his next mission. The resulting events transform Lokun’s life and forever change the future of the entire Arkainian race. less

The only mountain on the desert planet of Arkainia is dying.The mining taking place under the mountain has to stop before it’s too late, and it’s up to Lokun Abakkus to use his skills as a former military general to mobilize a band of allies and take action. Shutting down the mining operation is sure to draw the attention of the powerful Glypha Committee in the distant city of Mesta, and retaliation is certain... moreThe only mountain on the desert planet of Arkainia is dying.The mining taking place under the mountain has to stop before it’s too late, and it’s up to Lokun Abakkus to use his skills as a former military general to mobilize a band of allies and take action. Shutting down the mining operation is sure to draw the attention of the powerful Glypha Committee in the distant city of Mesta, and retaliation is certain.Meanwhile, Star Miller is living with Lokun in the Outlands, a rugged and remote part of the planet where outcasts like Lokun are sent off to die and rebels take their chances. Star came from Earth looking for adventure. Now she’s carrying Lokun’s child. There has never been a pregnancy on Arkainia like this one, and the unknown risks leave the survival of both mother and child hanging in the balance. The stakes are Lokun and Star’s child is destined to fulfill a prophecy that will determine the future of the Arkainian race, while the fate of the planet is tied to the survival of the mountain – a mountain that is much more than it appears to be. less