The Light: An Alien Abduction (Diskette)

~ Michael Thal (Author)

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"A great debut novel for Michael Thal," states Jennifer Kaiser. -- Scribes World Reviews

"A great debut novel," says Jennifer Kaiser. -- Scribesworld.com/reviews

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*Jewel-cased 3.5 disk eBook in PDF format*

Abducted by aliens, Lewis Lath falls in love with the most powerful woman on Oceana, exploresx alien worlds and uncovers genocide on a planetary scale. When he finally returns some thirty years later, he is thrust into extraterrestrial politics that will decide the fate of an Earth on the brink of war or unification.

*Nominated for the 2001 Frankfurt eBook Awards

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Product Details

• Diskette: 148 pages
• Publisher: Adventure Books, Inc. (March 31, 2001)
• ISBN-10: 1553130944
• ISBN-13: 978-1553130949
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #7,621,066 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Recommended, July 18, 2002

By	C. Penn "WordWeaving" (Greenville, SC) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

His marriage in tatters, a final altercation drives Lewis to violence when his wife's acts of cruelty and carelessness eradicate his last shred of patience. That impact, flesh against flesh, brought him a raw sense of power that only ends when his eight-year-old son bites him. Fleeing his own violence, Lewis goes to his brother Steven's home. They walk late at night beneath a Southern California sky until a pale green beam of light takes them away.

The brothers awaken on an Oceanic spaceship. After testing, the Oceanians determine that Lewis will make the better subject, returning his brother to earth with no memory of their experience. Lewis becomes a member of the crew, traveling to Oceana and learning of their need for a new home world. Technologically advanced, their civilization suffers from reverse discrimination, proving that discrimination can exist no matter the cultural and technical advances.

THE LIGHT: AN ALIEN ABDUCTION by Michael L. Thal presents a fascinating cast of characters and contrasting civilizations that are more alike than different in their prejudices. Thal presents a convincing argument for end of nationalism and the need for global unity, and scathing social commentary guised as fiction regarding sexual discrimination. While the tone becomes a bit preachy at time, it also offers a hopeful view of our future. The exploration of consciousness not bound by physical limitations also provides a fascinating subplot. Thal's gift succinct writing style brings this tale vividly alive. Recommended.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great Sci-Fi read. A Star Trek / Star Wars mix!, December 2, 2001

By	Senior Advocate "Reviewer" (California) - See all my reviews

I am the brother of the author. For that reason I HAD to read the book. I am also a lover of Science Fiction, so it wasn't a difficult request.

It started off interesting. Michael's middle name is Lewis, and his twin's middle name is Steven. The characters were interesting as characters, but seeing family resemblance made it especially interesting to me.

The space travels were "not of this world," so the relationship to the "real world" were soon left far behind as Lewis left this world for parts unknown. I enjoyed his travels. It reminded me a bit of the original Star Trek television series, with just a touch of Star Wars thrown into the mix. The romance between two characters reminded me of the couple on "Lost in Space." But now I am really dating myself.

The only real criticism I have for this book is the ending. It ended far too soon. It needs a sequel! I just have to know what happens to these very nice people.

I recommend "The Light" to all romantics and those loving a good sci-fi read. It is fun, exciting and "light."

4.0 out of 5 stars A Joyful Journey, October 31, 2001

By	Steve Morris (Beverly Hills, CA) - See all my reviews

"The Light: An Alien Abduction" is a joyful journey to boldly imagined distant worlds filled with hope, optimism, and futuristic romance.