Plague Ship (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781557429964)

Plague Ship follows the crew of the Solar Queen, a Free Trader spaceship, as they embark on a perilous journey through space. Led by Captain Jellico and Cargo Master Dane Thorson, the crew is excited about their latest venture, which promises profitable trade on the planet Sargol, known for its rare and valuable koros stones.

However, their mission takes a dangerous turn when an unknown illness begins to spread among the crew, turning the Solar Queen into a "plague ship" and threatening their survival. With their ship quarantined and under suspicion, the crew must unravel the mystery of the disease and its connection to their cargo. As they race against time to find a cure, they face treacherous challenges and uncover hidden conspiracies that put their mission and lives at risk.

Andre Norton weaves a thrilling tale of intrigue and adventure, combining elements of science fiction and mystery. Plague Ship explores themes of loyalty, survival, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.