Trevor Garroway, a general in the Global Marines, had been in cybe-hibe for 852 years. He knew he would only be brought out if there was a galactic crisis. As he stood up and wobbled toward the bathroom, he began to ask the necessary questions. After 852 years of peace, why would combat experienced Marines be needed?

Apparently, the enemy they thought they had defeated 852 years before was back. A disturbance ran rampant among humans in all parts of the galaxy. Riots were destroying many human habitats. Human personalities were changing inexplicably. Lord Rame wanted the Marines to go after the xenophobic Xul. But the rest of the Star Lords had eight different agendas that almost destroyed the human race. Garroway went along to give Lord Rame time to prove that the Xul had not been totally destroyed in the last war.

Semper Human is a well written story with non-stop action and a plot that defies all attempts to guess its ending. The characters are quite believable and behave like typical officials and military people. There are conflicting points of view between officials and military as to the proper actions. There is some doubt that the peacetime Marines are capable of combat. As always, the officials refused to listen to the more practical Lord Rame. Because of them, the Xul almost succeeded in their plan to wipe out the human race. The science in some places is a little questionable, but the possibilities are fascinating. Read Semper Human. In fact, there are several series of books that come before this one that will probably enhance your enjoyment of Semper Human.