"The exploitation of Cestri Prime was supposed to be a simple operation. But neither the Company nor the beautiful technician Sindon Liang counted on Rukmami Khan... and his incredible powers of Persuation. The Khan can cleave stone with his touch, draw gold from the hills - and touch a woman's soul like no Earthman ever could. And his proud and independent people have ruled over Cestry Prime sincg before the Company first coveted its resources. Even with advanced technology, the Earthmen may not be able to resist the Khan. Sindon Liang is not sure she wants to..."
