Malliko by Elin Peer

Humans are taught that they’re alone in the Universe. That’s a lie!

When our ancestors realized their planet was dying, they evacuated to find new homes throughout the Universe.
Eidrona and Earth were among those new home planets. Each group of settlers developed differently according to their new environment but most of us Descendants of Doom still have similar features.
With humans being less technologically advanced than the rest of us and unable to defend themselves, Earth is classified as a protected planet. That makes it a desired place to visit.
Malliko, a speciologist from Eidrona gets the rare chance to study the fascinating humans. His assignment is to research how dating and breeding habits have changed since the last report was made by the Federation. He’s eager to find out if the many rumors about humans are true. Do humans hold the greatest range of emotions among the descendants of doom? Is it true that they lost the ability to communicate through telepathy? And are they really naive enough to think they’re alone in the Universe?
When interviewing Clara, a human woman who works as a moderator on a dating app, Malliko sees an opportunity to do some field research and makes her an offer.

Screwed over by her ex, Clara lost her trust in men and hasn’t dated for years. Longing to be brave and try new things, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery that is long overdue. Never could she imagine that the tall and handsome man whom she’s beginning to trust hides the biggest lie of all. He’s not even human.