Orbiting the planet Talreen, the crew of the Galactic Federation survey ship Solaris find themselves in an uncomfortable position. On the one hand they have a planet rich in the resources they need, while on the other the men of Talreen oppress and subjugate the females of the species.
Tricked into a life of servitude, Lieutenant Jayde Keller has not forgiven her former Captain for what he had done to her, and while serving a new master, devises a plan for revenge that will be felt throughout the Federation.