The Lotus Eaters

Set on the night-side of Venus, a married couple, Hamilton 'Ham' Hammond and Patricia Burlingame, embark on a mission for the Smithsonian Institute. They encounter an intriguing species of intelligent plants, dubbed 'the Lotus Eaters of Venus,' which lack survival instincts and show indifference to their predators, the Trioptes. This sequel to Parasite Planet delves into themes of exploration and the complexities of life forms, highlighting the couple's unique discoveries and the mysteries of alien ecosystems.