The Wanderers (Rimland novel)

The Wanderers is a science fiction novel written by William H. Keith Jr. under the pen name Ian Douglas, belonging to the Rimland series. It's the third book in the core Rimland storyline, following Star Strike and preceding Lunar Strike.

The novel continues the narrative of the Rim Confederacy's struggle against the alien Zendek threat, exploring themes of political intrigue, military strategy, and the individual sacrifices made during interstellar war. The focus is on the Rim Confederacy's efforts to defend their territory and push back against the Zendek invasion, often utilizing advanced technology and unconventional tactics. Characters introduced in previous books are further developed, facing new challenges and moral dilemmas as the war intensifies. The narrative typically blends large-scale space battles with ground combat and personal stories of the soldiers and leaders involved in the conflict.