Eleanor Arnason is an American author of science fiction whose works frequently explore cultural change and conflict. Her characters often find themselves on the periphery of society, unable or unwilling to conform to its established rules. Arnason delves into how individuals navigate complex social structures and grapple with their otherness. Her prose is noted for its insightful examination of human psychology and societal dynamics.
For 50 years the humans have been in conflict with humanoid aliens, now they are conducting diplomatic peace talks but they are complicated by racial and sexual jobs, aggressive attitudes, and misunderstood customs