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Eaiou, home to humanoid catpeople, is struck by a deadly illness that spreads to human crew members. Doctor McCoy is at the centre of the investigation, while Uhura learns ancient, forbidden songs from a friend. She shares these melodies with Spock, revealing that Eaiou’s inhabitants are not native to the planet but arrived there centuries ago. Together, the crew uses the songs as a key to trace the alien origins and search for a cure that could save both species.
First publish date: 1985
Genre: Science Fiction/Space Opera
Authors: Janet Kagan
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