Imagine traveling through the stars to a new earth or rather an earth-like planet to make a new home. Such is the case with those aboard the spaceship Godspeed. Most of the inhabitants look exactly alike but one group has the differences of original mankind. This group makes up the military or police force. Amy is the daughter of the leader of that group. Elder is leader of the former. Yes, they are in love. 
 Differences and disagreements lead to some traveling to New Earth while others remain on Godspeed. As they descend the pod is jolted and damaged but most survive the resulting crash unscathed. The arriving settlers find the beauty of the planet marred by attacks by giant pterodactyl-like birds. Elder narrowly escapes with his life but others do not. Theb the group discovers there is sentient life form seeking to destroy them. 
 As the story unwinds the reader begins to discover the planet's secret. It scary. Amy and Elder begin to wonder who they can trust. It's a good read with an entertaining story that delights the reader. If one enjoys science fiction, this is a recommended read.