Lt. Leary #3: The Far Side of the Stars by David Drake

While Cinnabar is at peace with the Alliance, warriors like Lt Daniel Leary and Signals Officer Adele Mundy must find other work – and escort nobles in the Princess Cecile. Now a private yacht, she still has her guns, missiles, and veteran crew – and needs all to face winged dragons, an Alliance cruiser, jealous lovers, and a future-telling oracle.