On a Sphere's Edge

Addiction Attraction Myth And Mystery In A Lighthearted Future.. Alex Finds Herself In Possession Of A Legendary Device That Has The Potential To Destroy Civilization. It Is Then She Learns The Device Is Addictive. She Realizes She Cannot Turn This Device Over To Her Commanders. Military Minds And All-Consuming Destructive Powers Do Not Make A Good Match. She Reluctantly Accepts Her Need To Drop Out Of The System To Protect The Device And Humanity. To Do That She Enlists The Aid Of A Crafty Ex-Con.