The Poisoned Chalice
The Poisoned Chalice  is a Star Trek: The Fall novel – the fourth novel in the series – written by James Swallow. Published by Pocket Books, it was first released in .

Summary 
From the book jacket
One simple act, and the troubles of the United Federation of Planets have grown darker overnight. The mystery behind the heinous terrorist attack that has rocked the Federation to its core grows ever deeper, and William T. Riker finds himself beset by rumors and half-truths as the  is ordered back to Earth on emergency orders from the admiralty. Soon, Riker finds himself drawn into a game of political intrigue, bearing witness to members of Starfleet being detained – including people he considered friends – pending an investigation at the highest levels. And while Riker tries to navigate the corridors of power, Titans tactical officer, Tuvok, is given a series of clandestine orders that lead him into a gray world of secrets, lies, and deniable operations. Who can be trusted when the law falls silent and justice becomes a quest for revenge? For the crew of the USS Titan, the search for answers will become a battle for every ideal the Federation stands for…

Background information 
 Cover art by Tobias Richter; design by Alan Dingman.

Characters 
William T. Riker
Julian Bashir
Deanna Troi
Tuvok
Ezri Dax
Nog
Sarina Douglas
Thomas Riker
Leonard James Akaar

External link 

Poisoned Chalice, The