Shamar's War

Shamar's War is a science fiction novel by Kris Neville, written in the early 1960s and set in the year 2346. The story follows Captain Merle S. Shaeffer, who is sent to the planet Itra to inspire a revolution against its oppressive government while adopting the alias Shamar the Worker. As he navigates the complexities of Itraian society and develops a significant relationship with an Itraian woman named Ge-Ge, the narrative explores themes of political intervention, identity, and the cost of freedom. The novel raises questions about loyalty and the impact of one individual's actions on a larger political landscape.