The Undetected by George O. Smith
The novel follows the adventures of a group of scientists and engineers who are sent to investigate a mysterious planet called "The Undetected". The planet is located in a distant star system and is believed to be the source of a strange energy field that is disrupting the normal functioning of the universe. The team discovers that the planet is inhabited by a race of intelligent aliens who have been living in isolation for thousands of years. The aliens possess advanced technology and are able to manipulate the energy field to their own ends. The team must find a way to stop the aliens before they can use the energy field to cause destruction and chaos throughout the universe. Along the way, they must also contend with the alien's powerful defenses and the mysterious forces that seem to be manipulating them from the shadows. The novel is a thrilling adventure story that explores the themes of science, technology, and the power of the unknown.
By George O. Smith · First published 1959 · Genre: Science Fiction, Mystery, Thriller · 6 chapters · 14,420 words
First lines
Nothing can possibly be more baffling than a crime in a sealed room. but what if the investigator happens to have an open mind?
I took a quick look around the apartment, even though I already knew what I had to know.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: George O. Smith
- Date: 1959 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Mystery, Thriller, Adventure
- Length: 14,420 words
- Structure: 6 chapters, 350 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The title suggests a story involving elements of science fiction, such as advanced technology or futuristic settings.
- Mystery — The title implies a story involving a mystery that needs to be solved, such as a crime or a hidden truth.
- Thriller — The title suggests a story with suspenseful elements, such as a dangerous situation or a race against time.
- Adventure — The title implies a story with an adventurous plot, such as a quest or a journey with unexpected twists and turns.
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Detective and mystery stories · Fiction · Psychic ability · Science Fiction · andrews · captain · chief · could · crime · criminal · desk · door