Set in a future where Earth is economically struggling, a crew known as the "rat-catchers" aboard the spaceship Daedalus embarks on a mission to reconnect with distant colonies. Alex Alexander, the ship's biologist, navigates the complexities of alien ecosystems on the seemingly thriving planet Floria. However, he soon discovers that the society is under the oppressive control of the "Planners," raising questions about authority and deception. This intriguing narrative unfolds in the first installment of the Daedalus Mission series.
