Judas Ram

"Judas Ram" by Sam Merwin Jr. is a science fiction novel that throws readers into a terrifying world where humans are test subjects of a mysterious alien race, weaving a narrative rich with suspense and moral dilemmas. The central character, Roger Tennant, finds himself imprisoned alongside three women, all pawns in the aliens' twisted experiments on human emotion and desire. Roger discovers he has a unique power within this alien world, offering him a glimmer of control amidst the relentless manipulation. His moral compass is tested when presented with an opportunity to escape back to Earth, knowing that it would mean condemning another victim to the aliens' clutches. Roger ultimately chooses to forsake his chance at freedom, returning to stand with his fellow captives, especially connecting with Dana, to fight back against their captors and reclaim their humanity and their freedom.