"An original novel based on the new Star Trek TV series! A thrilling novel leading into the new CBS series, Una McCormack's The Last Best Hope introduces you to brand new characters featured in the life of beloved Star Trek captain Jean-Luc Picard-widely considered to be one of the most popular and recognizable characters in all of science fiction"-- Provided by publisher.

"Tell us, why did you leave Starfleet, Admiral?" When Starfleet discovers that the Romulan star is about to go supernova, The threat to the stability of the Romulan Star Empire will be catastrophic. Nine hundred million Romulans will need to be evacuated. The relief effort will require thousands of ships, let alone the capacity to aid them-- if the Romulans will allow the aid. The effort would be a matter of years-- and Jean-Luc Picard may be the only man with the experience and temperament suited for the task. -- from perusal of book