Gently Falling Rain

by S. Y. Thompson

Summers are for picnics, bonfires, and stargazing. Jody Todd’s sleepy Illinois town clings to those traditions, but this is one summer residents will never forget. In true Orwellian style, not one but two extraterrestrial forces invade the forest community.

Jody is thrust into the bedlam, assuming the roles of resistance leader and warrior. To save her people, and ultimately Earth itself, Jody joins forces with the lead scientist, who is among the friendlier of the two invading alien races.

Asteria keeps Jody off balance as they struggle to defeat the evil Nex. Even as they fight to survive, sparks of a more personal nature fly between them.

Inspired by the mystique surrounding Area 51 and Groom Lake.

314 pages, Paperback

Published March 3, 2025

Reviews

[Linda · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a masterful story full of adventure, intrigue, and humor. Earth is invaded by nasty aliens. Good aliens join forces with a few brave humans to keep the nasty aliens (ugly, too) from enslaving Earth. Imaginative, page-turning adventure. Just the way I like my science fiction. Oh, and a romance between a human and a gorgeous alien woman. You know I like a good romance in the mix.

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Imaginative!

Once again, SY Thompson has impressed me with her creative imagination. Loved this take on an alien invasion. This story is definitely recommended!