Love is on the line and Xena must prove her bond with Mata or risk shattering their connection.Arriving to Mata's home planet just in time to save him from a mysterious illness, Xena and her men are invited to take part in an alien mating rite.Even though the game is new to her, Xena is playing for keeps. When the mysterious Delegation questions their bond, she'll do whatever it takes to prove them wrong.While Xena and Mata do their best to play by the rules, Rah and Mi are content watching the drama unfold. Everyone has their hands full, even Amos as he finds himself saddled with his own special suitor.No alien tradition will tear her found family apart, even if the consequences could cost them everything.The Alien's Rite is the final book in a 3rd person POV why choose space opera trilogy. Check the author's website for a full list of content warning before reading.