The Xenoplantation Programme suddenly becomes very real for Amber Codrington, as she finally enters the implantation chamber for her first alien encounter. Her body has been fully prepared for its new role, but can she overcome her doubts about what she is about to do?
Meanwhile, back on Terra, Dr Natalie Cooper is unnerved by an unusual yet strangely familiar new candidate for the Programme…
Twelve women. Sixty aliens. One purpose.