The Anatomy of Courage

In "First Contact," Dr. Christopher Walters is part of a medical evac team on the front lines, tasked with providing battlefield triage to wounded soldiers amid the war against alien invaders known as the Novo. Joined by a diverse team, he navigates the perilous reality of combat while grappling with unsettling inconsistencies about the enemy. This gripping standalone story is set within a broader series that delves into humanity's initial interactions with extraterrestrial life, touching on themes of war, peace, and the complexities of First Contact.