Backyard Aliens
When boys find "dinosaur eggs" that hatch aliens, the military moves in to capture them. Split-brain detective Neil Altman and his psychic wife Mavra must choose: let the government experiment or set the aliens free? This a fun, lighthearted caper where they must outsmart the military to protect their new friends and do what's right.
Time traveling robots, a walking medical experiment turned detective genius, and a psychic
I loved it!!
It was original, quirky, fun, and suspenseful. The main characters are unique and lovable. The aliens are adorable and sympathetic. It was a thoroughly enjoyable read.
After two young boys find what they believe is a dinosaur egg, the military gets involved immediately. When aliens emerge from the eggs, Neil and Mavra are struck with a moral decision whether to allow the military to analyze the aliens or to help the aliens go free. Their travels eventually take them to Area 51, where Neil and Mavra are forced to come up with a foolproof plan to help the aliens. Neil is a detective who can think independently from both sides of his brain and Mavra is a psychic with uncanny powers.
The government only wants to capture, secure, and research the aliens. Neil and Mavra know this will only put the aliens in greater danger. This is a lighthearted and fun book about what might happen if aliens were found here on Earth. It brings up morale as well as safety questions throughout that each character struggles with in his or her own way.
Questions about Backyard Aliens
What is Backyard Aliens about?
After two boys find a strange egg, aliens hatch and the military moves in at once. Split-brain detective Neil Altman and his psychic wife Mavra must decide whether to let the government experiment on the aliens or set them free.
Who wrote Backyard Aliens?
Terry Persun is the author of 89 titles across science fiction, fantasy, mystery and crime fiction, including the Biomass, Doublesight, TEN and Shaman Detective series. Persun lives in Washington state.
How long is Backyard Aliens, and what formats can I get?
The ebook runs about 53,000 words. It is available as an ebook on handsdp.com.
What genre is Backyard Aliens, and what are its main themes?
Backyard Aliens is a science fiction novel. Its main themes and tropes include alien invasion, dynamic duo / partner team, first contact, government conspiracy, psychic powers, race against time, rescue mission and secret government facility.
Is Backyard Aliens part of a series?
It is another Neil and Mavra sci-fi adventure. Other Neil and Mavra books in the catalog are Revision 7: DNA and Terminator Zone.
Are there content notes for Backyard Aliens?
Our review of the text found: strong language, guns pointed at the aliens and a warning shot, and the reported death of an unborn alien. The book is written for adult readers.
Is there a free sample?
HANDS Digital Publishing offers free First Third editions of catalog books, which come with a 20% coupon for the full edition. If one is not listed on this page, email jim@handsdp.com to request it.
What should I read next if I enjoy Backyard Aliens?
Readers who enjoy Backyard Aliens might also like Revision 7: DNA, Terminator Zone and Hear No Evil, all available on handsdp.com.
I loved it!!
It was original, quirky, fun, and suspenseful. The main characters are unique and lovable. The aliens are adorable and sympathetic. It was a thoroughly enjoyable read.
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