The Venus Trap by Evelyn E. Smith
The story follows the adventures of a group of scientists and astronauts who are sent to explore the planet Venus. The mission is to find out if the planet is suitable for human habitation. The team discovers that the planet is not only habitable, but also inhabited by a race of intelligent, humanoid creatures. The creatures, called the Venutians, are friendly and welcoming, but the team soon discovers that they are not what they seem. The Venutians have a hidden agenda, and the team must find out what it is before it is too late. As they explore the planet, they uncover secrets and mysteries that could change the course of human history. The Venus Trap is an exciting and thrilling science fiction novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. It is a story of exploration, discovery, and danger, and is sure to be a hit with science fiction fans.
By Evelyn E. Smith · First published 1956 · Genre: Romance, Mystery, Thriller · 14,449 words
First lines
One thing Man never counted on to take along into space with him was the Eternal Triangle -- especially a true-blue triangle like this!
"What's the matter, darling?" James asked anxiously. "Don't you like the planet?"
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Evelyn E. Smith
- Date: 1956 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Mystery, Thriller, Fiction
- Length: 14,449 words
- Structure: 1 section, 306 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The Venus Trap is a romance novel that follows the story of a woman who falls in love with a man she meets on a cruise ship.
- Mystery — The novel contains elements of mystery as the protagonist attempts to uncover the truth about her love interest.
- Thriller — The novel contains elements of suspense and tension as the protagonist navigates the dangerous waters of her new relationship.
- Fiction — The Venus Trap is a work of fiction, as it is a story that is not based on real events or people.
Tags
Fiction · Human-alien encounters · Science Fiction · Science Fiction by Women · Space colonies · alien encounters · blue · come · could · course · different · earth