In this exciting sequel to Auriel3, the intriguing tale of mans first unwitting contact with an intelligentextra-terrestrial species continues to unfold.Jesse Rigardhas kept his promise to the alien Thorga, not revealing their existence to anyother human. To Jesses dismay, he learns that a scientific research expeditionis going to the Thorgas home planet of Auriel 3. His frantic efforts to becomea member of the expedition end in disappointment. Jesse believes his chances ofever seeing the Thorga again are slim., and he isconvinced they will think he has betrayed them.Months later, circumstances withthe research expedition have gone horribly wrong, and .Jesse unexpectedly finds himself en route to Auriel 3. Success means the savingof innocent lives. Failure could mean several deaths including his own. . .