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The Beacon (Paperback)

by Valerie J. Freireich (Author)
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A network known as the Assembly unites the minds of the people of Earth. A spaceship arrives with four Travelers who claim to be human descendants, and Judge Stefan Acari befriends one of the Travelers. Soon he must decide if the visitors are really friends or disease carriers sent to infect and exterminate humanity. Through strong characterization, Freireich (Becoming Human, ROC: NAL 1995) depicts the struggle between xenophobia and isolationism. Recommended for sf collections.
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Stefan Acari, the presiding judge of the vast network governing future Earth, uncovers an insidious plot hatched by his closest associates and abetted by mysterious aliens claiming to be human. By the author of Testament.

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  • Paperback: 352 pages
  • Publisher: Roc (October 1, 1996)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0451453972
  • ISBN-13: 978-0451453976
  • Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.1 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.1 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,507,664 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Richly detailed study of the definition of humanity, February 1, 1997
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Ms. Freireich fully explores and develops her characters. Per Stefan Acari is the very model of honesty and integrity, until his beliefs are shattered by personal and governmental betrayals. Through what appears to be a chance meeting of an offworld visitor, Beatrice, Stephan is forced to re- examine the world around him and his place in it. The results of his examination may have a cataclysmic effect on Earth, but this impending doom is outweighed by his need for justice and fairness. The Beacon is an in-depth study of human nature at the height of fantasy devoted to human characteristics.
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