The Star Lord by Boyd Ellanby (2017)
The Star Lord follows the journey of a young man named Arin who discovers he is the last survivor of an ancient race known as the Lumin. He sets out to find his people and uncover the truth about their disappearance, encountering dangerous creatures and unexpected allies along the way.
By Boyd Ellanby · First published 2017 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Fantasy · 25,800 words
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To some passengers a maiden voyage was a pleasure cruise; to others it meant a hope for new life. Only the Captain knew of its danger!
The _Star Lord_ waited, poised for her maiden voyage. The gigantic silvery spindle, still cradled in its scaffoldings, towered upwards against the artificial sky of Satellite Y.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Boyd Ellanby
- Date: 2017 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Fantasy
- Length: 25,800 words
- Structure: 1 section, 764 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The novel contains elements of technology that don't currently exist and are central to the plot, which classifies it as science fiction.
- Adventure — The protagonist experiences a number of thrilling events and journeys, making the Adventure genre fitting.
- Fantasy — The novel portrays a world not of our reality, filled with alien species and otherworldly phenomenons, categorizing it under fantasy.
Tags
Science Fiction · Fantasy · Space Opera · Intergalactic Travel · Alien Cultures · Space Exploration · Adventure · Mystery · Magic · Supernatural · Otherworldly · Epic