Sentry of the Sky by Evelyn E. Smith
The story revolves around a young woman who possesses supernatural abilities and is on the run from those seeking to exploit her powers. She finds refuge with a group of people who share similar gifts, and together they embark on a journey to uncover the truth about their past and the forces pursuing them. Along the way, they must confront their own demons and learn to trust each other in order to survive.
By Evelyn E. Smith · First published 1934 · Genre: Science Fiction, Dystopian, Political Fiction · 26,662 words
First lines
There had to be a way for Sub-Archivist Clarey to get up in the world -- but this way was right out of the tri-di dramas.
Clarey had checked in at Classification Center so many times that he came now more out of habit than hope. He didn't even look at the card that the test machine dropped into his hand until he was almost to the portway. And then he stopped. "Report to Room 33 for reclassification," it said.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Evelyn E. Smith
- Date: 1934 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Dystopian, Political Fiction, Satire, Adventure
- Length: 26,662 words
- Structure: 1 section, 632 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The story is set in a futuristic society with advanced technology, exploring themes of identity, societal structure, and the implications of artificial intelligence.
- Dystopian — The narrative presents a controlled society where individuals are classified and limited by government systems, reflecting a dystopian reality.
- Political Fiction — The plot involves themes of government manipulation, espionage, and the moral implications of power and control.
- Satire — The story critiques societal norms and government practices through humor and exaggeration, particularly in the portrayal of the protagonist's situation.
Tags
Science Fiction · Space Opera · Adventure · Romance · Female Protagonist · Alien Encounters · Intergalactic Travel · Space Exploration · Action · Suspense · Thriller · Mystery