First published 1967
Sara awakens on the alien world of Lothar, forced to care for a mysterious man known only as the Regent. Terrified and alone, she escapes into the wild, becoming a fugitive in a land rife with danger and intrigue. Pursued by shadowy foes, Sara must navigate Lothar's treacherous landscapes and uncover the truth about the Regent and the forces that brought her here. In this fight for her freedom and her very life, Sara will be pushed to her limits and discover an inner strength she never knew she possessed.
Genres: science-fiction, adventure, aliens, alternate-universe
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, suspenseful
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Lothar
252 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Ballantine Books