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Crucible

by Nancy Kress

Human colonists on a distant world find themselves caught in a war between two alien species. To ensure their survival, the settlers must deploy a virus designed to pacify their aggressive enemies, raising complex ethical questions.

Accession 32230 ISBN 0765306883 Publisher Tor Books
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