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Here's the US blurb of Earth Ascendant:

Imre Bergamasc is the First Prime of the Returned Continuum. For many hundreds of thousands of years, he has ruled Earth and the far-flung regions of the galaxy. To ensure stability within his empire, he has embarked on a Line transmission tour of his domain, reinforcing the links between distant sectors.

But during his mission, Imre is abducted by an unknown entity demanding he return to Earth and warning him of an impending threat. After he is released, an attempt is made on his life--resulting in the deaths of a dozen innocent people.

Upon his return, Imre learns Earth is in crisis. His administration is under attack by saboteurs and dissidents. And as his empire crumbles around him, Imre can't help but wonder if his enemies are connected to his murder nearly half a millennium earlier...

And here's the link to the cover, which I still think is kinda neat.