Saved from falling off the side of a cliff by Le Renardeau, Charlotte Tarrant is unaware that her rescuer is a notorious spy who has traveled to Cornwell to prevent the assassination of the Duke of Wellington. Original.
This collection of stories focuses on the often-overlooked companions who travel the stars with their masters, human or otherwise. Tales of these faithful creatures vary from cuddly animals from Alpha Centauri, to genetically altered Earth animal, accompanying humans to the edge of the galaxy, and alien invaders disguised as loyal housepets.