Pandora's Star

In this epic science fiction novel, the Intersolar Commonwealth is threatened by the disappearance of a star over 1000 light-years away. The Second Chance starship is dispatched to investigate, but they face opposition from a cult called the Guardians of Selfhood who believe the mission is being manipulated by an alien entity. As the crew faces internal and external threats, they discover a deadly discovery that could jeopardize humanity's survival. Will they be able to save the Commonwealth?