The Universe — or Nothing

"The Universe — or Nothing" by Meyer Moldeven is a science fiction story set in a future where Earth's resources are running out, pushing humanity to explore the stars. The story focuses on characters like Lieutenant Pete O'Hare, Lieutenant Jake Ramirez, and President Rymer Camari, who face tough situations as they deal with conflicts in space. The story starts with space patrols near Pluto, showing the trouble between the United Inner Planetary System and rebels on that planet. Attacks on these patrols cause the leaders to take serious action. You'll find advanced space tech, political problems caused by not having enough resources, and the constant threat of enemies in a tale mixing space adventure with the fight for survival.