Earth Needs A Killer by Bryce Walton
Bryce Walton's "Earth Needs a Killer" is a science fiction novel that explores the idea of a planetary defense system designed to protect Earth from external threats. The story follows the protagonist, a skilled engineer and strategist, as he works to develop and implement this system in the face of opposition from various factions within the government and society. The book delves into themes of technological advancement, political intrigue, and the ethical implications of creating a system that could potentially be used to wipe out entire civilizations. Through the protagonist's journey, Walton raises questions about the nature of power, the responsibility that comes with it, and the consequences of playing with fire when it comes to advanced technology. Overall, "Earth Needs a Killer" is a thought-provoking and gripping read that challenges readers to consider the potential dangers of unchecked technological progress and the importance of ethical decision-making in the face of complex moral dilemmas.
By Bryce Walton · First published 1987 · Genre: Science Fiction, Action, Adventure · 5 chapters · 15,376 words
First lines
_You are the man we need, Ray Berton. You're a killer, but you're sane and rational. Those we are fighting are insane, irrational, and they'll destroy humanity if they are not stopped. We have power, but we can't use it for destruction, no matter how great the need. But we can give you power -- then it's up to you! _
From an evening tele-audiocast by International Information Service, New York City, September 8, 1983: Reporter: . _and now, as a special dramatic interest story, here's something for the Fortean Society, though a more scientific diagnosis will certainly be forthcoming._
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Bryce Walton
- Date: 1987 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Action, Adventure, Thriller
- Length: 15,376 words
- Structure: 5 chapters, 308 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The book centers around a futuristic setting with extraterrestrial elements, which is characteristic to the science fiction genre.
- Action — The presence of intense scenes that involve physical activity and conflict classify this book under the action genre.
- Adventure — The book's setting in space and its fast-paced, plot-driven storyline involving risks and physical danger present it as an adventure story.
- Thriller — The high-stakes, suspenseful narrative filled with unexpected twists and turns lends elements of the thriller genre to the book.
Tags
science fiction · dystopia · alien invasion · environmental themes · action · adventure · suspense · human survival · technology · space exploration · moral dilemmas · post-apocalyptic