Disc [Paperback]

Stu Neal (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 26, 2002

In another dimension, an alien race opens a door within space/time, not knowing just where that door opens to. In Crestport, Maine, strange occurrences begin, culminating in the contact between the two species; contact that is overshadowed by disastrous initial circumstances through a tragic sequence of events. As the two cultures overcome initial suspicions and begin to learn of each other, they discover an ominous third intelligent species, from the very dawn of time, trapped in the netherworld between the two dimensions and bent on escaping. Fast paced and gripping with an ending that will leave one spellbound.

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Stu Neal was born in Maine, growing up within the local culture and acquiring a love of the outdoor opportunities that abound within the State. He has spent most of his life as an entrepreneur and businessman, while doing so becoming active in his community through participation in numerous civic organizations and boards, and as an elected official within town government. Disc, Mr. Neal's first novel, was begun in 1991 while still living in Maine and completed in 2002 after his move to Virginia, where he currently resides and works as a Director with a local college in Richmond.

Product Details

• Paperback: 314 pages
• Publisher: Xlibris, Corp. (September 26, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1401060994
• ISBN-13: 978-1401060992
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,603,043 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Pleasantly surprised!, November 5, 2007

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Tracy Penny (Virginia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Disc (Paperback)

I am not a sci-fi fan by any means. In fact I did not choose this book, I won it and started reading it fully expecting not to finish it! I could not put it down! I devoured it in a day! The characters are fantastic and the aliens are portrayed in such a way that I actually began to hope that they existed so that I could meet one! It is a must read and will not be at all what you expected! I can't wait for the sequel!

4.0 out of 5 stars If you have a brain, May 10, 2005

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Brant (RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Disc (Paperback)

Ah yes....a sci-fi book that doesn't insult my intelligence. A very satisfying read. Disc is thoughtful in the best sense -- the characters are realistic, the technology is credible, the logic is consistent, and the strong story takes you on a wild ride that is just believable enough until... Well, I don't want to ruin it for you!

4.0 out of 5 stars Disc by Stu Neal, June 30, 2003

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janet kay (Richmond, Virginia United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Disc (Paperback)

Disc, as a first novel by Stu Neal, is very much in keeping with the tradition of hard science fiction established by Asimov, Clarke and their like.

Disc approached a particularly challenging subject and artfully leads the reader to the edge of his seat with believability.

Mr. Neal has clearly done research that keeps his tale grounded in reality and yet allows for a smooth transition to the fantastic. This reader never saw the end coming.

This hard science fiction fan will look forward to more works by Mr. Neal ash he hones his craft.