Planet of Dread

"Planet of Dread" by Dwight V. Swain is a science fiction story that takes place in a brutal society where the Federation envoy, Craig Nesom, finds himself entangled in the sinister world of Lord Zenaor and his cruel games. As Craig investigates Zenaor's aggressive plans, he encounters the oppressed Baemae people and the horrors they endure at the hands of the merciless Kukzubas barons. Adding complexity to the situation is Narla, Lord Zenaor's daughter, who is torn between her loyalty to her family and her growing attraction to Craig, setting the stage for a rebellion, a clash, and personal conflicts amidst a dark and oppressive atmosphere.