Darsey Ice never thought her first trip past Jupiter would claim the lives of her crew. But then she hadn't expected to become the first person to make contact with aliens either.
Kidnapped, enslaved, and lost on the Outer Rim of a mighty civilization light-years from Earth, the only person she can turn to is her enigmatic new owner. A dishonored outcast, he is just as alone as Darsey. Exiled by his people and struggling to survive, the last thing he wants is a rebellious primitive as a slave. She complicates his efforts to hide a dangerous secret and complete a quest that is likely to claim both their lives. They will only survive if they can find enough trust to forge an unwanted alliance.
A science-fiction love story of alien romance, between a leading lady who packs a punch and her charismatic owner with a secret quest.
The Iron Altar is waiting for blood. Will it be Darsey's?