Title: The Mote in God's Eye
Authors: Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle
ISBN: 0-86007-906-6
Publishers: Simon and Shuster (US), Orbit (UK)
Year: 1974
OPUS #: 78
Universe: CoDominion
In Print?: Yes.

First contact: Humans intercept an alien spacecraft and its dead pilot which have been travelling at near-light speed for over 100 years. An expedition to the alien's home system results in the first meeting between the humans and the aliens, dubbed the Moties.

At first the Moties seem friendly and helpful but closer investigation into their culture and history reveals some extremely dangerous facts.

This is an excellent book, the technical details and descriptions of the Moties are very believable and the plot is great, "keeps you guessing right to the end". Highly recommended.

Read about the sequel, The Gripping Hand.

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