Once the Aya came, there was only one way for humans to get ahead: by learning the ways of Earth's new mentors. Now, there is a whole new generation training at the Aya School, adopting the Ayan language and customs at the expense of their human heritage. Is it worth the sacrifice? Worth the loss of a world to gain the universe? To Spider, one of their star pupils, it's not enough. For Spider rides the Fine Hunt and knows the meaning of freedom. But Spider's about to learn that there's more to the Aya—and the Hunt—than meets the eye...

Publication Year: 1998