Gripping sci-fi thriller as the crew makes new contact with an alien species and faces a deadly threat from an unexpected source.
Captain Melissa Shakeworth leads her crew to a new world to make first contact with a tranquil, nonviolent, advanced race of beings. As she tries to maintain control over her unpredictable crew in a world that is peaceful, she struggles in the face of various threats as things quickly spin out of control. One crew member goes too far, endangering his life and the safety of the crew and the entire mission. The captain must face her greatest fear and not leave anyone behind as she desperately tries to save his life and get everyone off the planet safe and alive. An exciting science fiction novella. Note - This story continues with the gripping sci-fi thriller Transmutation. However, both books are standalone books.