Star Dust First Contact — Ann O'Bannon

Earth's first deep space mission seems doomed from the start when Captain David Alexander wakes up after seven years in cryogenic stasis with no hope of surviving the trip home. Then he spots a UFO in the vicinity of the Titan moon and believes he's got a chance after all, until the alien shoots his ship and forces him to crash land. After a devastating entry into the Milky Way, Shimuran Commander Zara Darien is only trying to keep David's strange vessel at bay by firing a warning shot. But saving his life doesn't win her any favours. Even so, Zara and David must overcome their mutual animosity, join forces and alter Earth's future. In so doing, they unknowingly take the first step to fulfilling a thousand-year-old prophecy. "O'Bannon delivers an incredible story with staying power. It's exquisitely sensual, futuristic and reflective. If you have any interest in space exploration, change and growth for the better of mankind or the power of love, this book is a must-read." - 4 stars, RT