Doona

For the first time in one volume—two complete novels set on the remarkable world of Doona by two of the most acclaimed literary imaginations.   More than twenty-five years ago the first humans came to the unspoiled planet of Doona. They ignored one important fact: They were not alone. Doona was the home of the catlike alien race of Hrrubans. And so began an experiment in cohabitation that lasted for a quarter of a century.   Their contract is now up for renewal.   Now the wild planet they tamed the home they fought for and the delicate alliance they share could be destroyed forever as a new threat looms. The Gringgs are not the first alien visitors to the planet but they are the first to offer friendship—and a proposal for a prosperous future. But not everyone trusts the new guests. Not everyone believes in their motives. And as a battle of diplomatic unrest ensues Doona once again falls under the dark shadow of uncertainty—and self-destruction.   “An excellent read.”—Locus “[McCaffrey and Nye] blend their skills effectively to produce a brisk well-told…tale.  Fans of either author or both will have fun.”—Booklist