This novel is a refreshing view of Science Fiction. It entails the Kidnapping of several young Scotsmen during the late nineteenth century after a period of warfare. These individuals having been kidnapped are taken on board a ship which transports them to the Koltarian Empire. This consists of four planets. K1 is the political planet, K2 is the industrial planet, K3 is the mining planet and K4 is the Military planet. On his trip to this Empire they are indoctrinated and have their DNA altered so they can survive on the surface of these planets. They are then mind wiped and given new identities. The leading character who is known as Alex Cameron eventually becomes Kushanenjing, Kushane' (nay) is his first name, with ''an'' as his second name, and 'jing' is his regiment. This story follows the rise of this individual up through the ranks to become a lord of the Empire and how he eventually commands the ship of war called the 'Vengeance.' This ship become the most legendary and lethal weapon in the quadrant....It is indeed an exciting trip.