A Layperry’s Tradition by Toby Wise

It turns out every sci-fi movie was wrong when it comes to the whole ‘alien takeover’ thing.

On a drunken dare, Miles signs up for the Human Layperry Exchange. To Miles’ surprise, he and his best friend, Christian, are both accepted. Three years on an alien planet, learning their ways and experiencing their culture. Falling in love wasn’t part of the program but that’s exactly what Miles does.
The Layperry people have rituals and traditions when it comes to finding their mates. Timalah has always trusted these traditions, even as he falls hopelessly in love with Miles. On the day of Timalah’s mating ritual, he stands before his people, praying that Miles decides to take the leap.
Will Miles jump head first into Layperry tradition for a chance at love? Or will their differences be a bridge too long to cross?