Exile by Horace Bowne Fyfe (1953)
The story follows the adventures of a group of humans who have been exiled from Earth to a distant planet. The group is led by a man named John, who is determined to make the best of their new home. John and his group must learn to survive in a hostile environment, while also dealing with the politics of the planet's native inhabitants. As they struggle to build a new life, they must also confront the secrets of their past and the truth of their exile. The novel is a thrilling exploration of the human spirit and the power of hope in the face of adversity. It is a story of courage, friendship, and the power of the human will to survive.
By Horace Bowne Fyfe · First published 1953 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Mystery · 5,349 words
First lines
The Dome of Eyes made it almost impossible for Terrans to reach the world of Tepokt. For those who did land there, there was no returning -- only the bitterness of respect -- and justice!
The Tepoktan student, whose blue robe in George Kinton's opinion clashed with the dull purple of his scales, twiddled a three-clawed hand for attention. Kinton nodded to him from his place on the dais before the group.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Horace Bowne Fyfe
- Date: 1953 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Mystery, Romance, Fantasy
- Length: 5,349 words
- Structure: 1 section, 170 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — Exile is a science fiction novel set in a future where humanity has colonized the stars and is threatened by an alien race.
- Adventure — The novel follows the protagonist's journey as he embarks on a mission to save humanity from the alien threat.
- Mystery — The protagonist must unravel the mystery of the alien threat in order to save humanity.
- Romance — The protagonist's journey is complicated by his growing feelings for a fellow crew member.
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