Stoker Payne loved exoarchaeology, every thing old was always new, Dig N-19 on Kiana was just another elaborate alien puzzle – until they got down to LEVEL SIX.Melanie Frasier resented her exile from theAstrocartography Department of Coalition Survey Ship Magellan. Operating a planetary observatory boded ill for what was left of her career. Until she made a discovery that could kill more than just her career.Danford Gordon knew he had found the woman of his dreams, despite the fact she was an alien. If he had been told their relationship might save his life, he would have laughed.Commander Geoff Peacock wanted command - forgetting that one should be careful of what one wishes for.Theirs are some of the interwoven stories in a memorable and satisfying adventure that all begins on – LEVEL SIX