The aliens kill every human they catch, or in rare cases, put trackers on them to discover their hidden villages. When Natalie is caught in an ambush, she is unexpectedly released. But there is no tracker. The Saursunes have an entirely different motive this time. *** Run. Don't look back. When Natalie is trapped in an alien ambush, she is unexpectedly released. The first human to ever be let go. The Saursunes invaded centuries ago, and everyone knows that getting caught is certain death. Natalie is confused but grateful to be alive. As a porter, one of the few humans with the rare ability to teleport between special crystal formations, she must leave the safety of her desert village every day to help gather food. When other villages increase their raids on the Saursunes' farms, the aliens retaliate by hunting down every human they can find - except Natalie's group. Instead of trying to kill her and those helping her, they bring them food instead. Is it a trap? Or something else? Natalie isn't sure, but one thing is certain: the Saursunes aren't done with her yet.

Synopsis: Alexandra "Alex" Carter has spent her entire life fighting-for her country, for her dreams, and for the love she once lost. Following in her late father's footsteps, she becomes a dedicated army officer, determined to never let anything weaken her. But when she returns home on leave, expecting to reunite with her longtime girlfriend, she's shattered to find her married to someone else. Heartbroken, Alex buries herself in her duty, swearing to never fall in love again. But fate has other plans. After a near-fatal mission leaves her injured, Alex is forced to recover under the care of Dr. Emilia Hayes-a stubborn, witty doctor who refuses to be intimidated by Alex's cold demeanor. What starts as playful banter turns into something undeniable, forcing Alex to confront the walls she's built around her heart. As the two grow closer, their relationship is tested by past scars, military responsibilities, and an unexpected pregnancy that changes everything. Will Alex finally let herself love again, or will her fears of loss and failure keep her from the happiness she deserves? A story of love, resilience, and the battles we fight both on and off the battlefield. ©All Right Reserved