Accidental ambassador, the

Back cover: "The scout had performed this task many times, and it was good at its job. The original plan was simple. It was carried out after several years of studying the subject and careful consideration of the variables involved. It failed. Plan B was made on the fly..." This is a science fiction novel. The story takes place right here on Planet Earth, for the most part. The point of view comes from an alien perspective. The book delves into the life of the scout as it connects with, and affect the lives of, those it finds here.