An uplifting space adventure about the interstellar vessel JJ Grant and her crew, alien technology beyond human understanding and a danger that may result in the extinction of the human species. The Orrappa, a troublesome species from a dying planet, are pirating and plundering Thark space vessels to supplement their own diminishing resources. When they discover planet Earth, they want it for themselves. It falls to the JJ Grant, with help from a Thark battle cruiser to prevent that happening. An affair between a human and an alien has consequences... a mixed species child. The JJ Grant's AI is upgraded using alien technology and becomes self-aware... fully sentient, and longs to be free from the cabinets that confine her. Chad, the captain of the JJ Grant, is taken gravely ill. His life is saved by alien robot surgeons. A body scan reveals life-threatening issues developing. Alien doctors say they have the technology to resolve all his medical problems... and more. They offer their incredible life-changing procedures to Chad's whole crew... something the humans will thank the aliens for as long as they live. This is a book with many twists and turns that bring out the best in its characters and will give the reader a warm glow. OldLincoln 5.0 out of 5 stars Great series just keeps getting better! Dee 5.0 out of 5 stars A captivating read! gretta moody 5.0 out of 5 stars Great read. As one new to Sci-Fi I found this book riveting.