Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
309
Language
English
Published
Sep 1, 1989
Publisher
Ace Books
ISBN-10
0441783295
ISBN-13
9780441783298
Description
In an uncharted segment of the universe, the crew of the spaceship Désirée embarks on a mission that quickly spirals into uncertainty. They find themselves facing the Simiu, an alien race whose very existence was never anticipated. As the crew grapples with the reality of first contact, their initial excitement morphs into a struggle for understanding and survival. Navigating through cultural clash and deep-seated fears, they endeavor to decipher the intentions of the Simiu.
Tensions rise as the crew confronts their preconceptions of alien life, revealing not only their resilience but also the moral dilemmas inherent in making contact with an unknown civilization. Faced with conflict and unforeseen challenges, they must unite to seek common ground, forging unexpected alliances and grappling with their own humanity in the process.
As the boundaries between friend and foe blur, the fate of both races hangs in the balance, urging the crew to decide what it truly means to coexist in the vast tapestry of the universe. Each decision they make can either illuminate a path toward peace or plunge them into the abyss of misunderstanding.
Tensions rise as the crew confronts their preconceptions of alien life, revealing not only their resilience but also the moral dilemmas inherent in making contact with an unknown civilization. Faced with conflict and unforeseen challenges, they must unite to seek common ground, forging unexpected alliances and grappling with their own humanity in the process.
As the boundaries between friend and foe blur, the fate of both races hangs in the balance, urging the crew to decide what it truly means to coexist in the vast tapestry of the universe. Each decision they make can either illuminate a path toward peace or plunge them into the abyss of misunderstanding.
Genres
Science Fiction
Thriller & Suspense
Action & Adventure
Travel