The Golden Rule: Book Four in Raven's Record series

Four light-years from Earth, settlers on Planet Equinox fight a daily battle for survival. When a natural disaster destroys their space elevator, the future looks bleak. Inhabitants of the New Hope colony are encouraged following the arrival of another Earth ship: the mothership Kon-Tiki, bringing new settlers and fresh supplies. New Hope welcomes the arrival of General Leonard Bardick although his purpose is somewhat ambiguous. Did he appear on the scene in a selfless attempt to save New H...