The Crying of Ross 128

In "Ross 128," college professor and single parent Jim Atteberry finds himself entangled in a perilous mystery after detecting a distress signal from the Ross 128 star system. As he delves deeper into the implications of this discovery, he faces threats from corporate mercenaries and scientific elites eager to seize his knowledge. With the help of a troubled scientist and a damaged Spacer, Jim races against time to uncover the truth about the alien signal, all while exploring profound themes of humanity and ambition. This gripping near-future tale sets the stage for a thrilling quest into the unknown.