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ELIZA
In this romantic science fiction novella, an amnesiac, lovesick, sentient alien named ELIZA can transform her outer shell (pictured on front cover) into virtually anything. She can recreate memories from reading human minds and move seamlessly between planes of existence. With her insatiable energy, she creates lucrative new medical devices for her savior and benefactor, Dr. John Sterk, with just a thought. The one thing this lovesick alien can’t do is find companionship.
Drew Pierce is a young mechanical engineer with a troubled background. Hired by Sterk Enterprises to satisfy ELIZA’s cravings for human interactions, Drew soon finds himself caught in a difficult, and potentially dangerous, situation. Not only must he juggle the morally questionable demands of his boss and the desires of a petulant out-of- control alien, but he must find time for his fiancée, Susan. In their sessions together, ELIZA and Drew explore the dynamics of human relationships.
Before long ELIZA recovers her memories and learns the dark secret behind her benefactor’s generosity: Sterk has been keeping her a virtual slave for his own greed. In retaliation, ELIZA unleashes her full potential. The only person who can control her now may be Drew Pierce, the man who unwittingly served Sterk Enterprise’s demands while capturing ELIZA’s heart.
In this sexually-charged science fiction tale, ELIZA, Dr. Dale A. Grove offers an engrossing story of innocence, exploitation, companionship, and one pissed off alien.
Drew Pierce is a young mechanical engineer with a troubled background. Hired by Sterk Enterprises to satisfy ELIZA’s cravings for human interactions, Drew soon finds himself caught in a difficult, and potentially dangerous, situation. Not only must he juggle the morally questionable demands of his boss and the desires of a petulant out-of- control alien, but he must find time for his fiancée, Susan. In their sessions together, ELIZA and Drew explore the dynamics of human relationships.
Before long ELIZA recovers her memories and learns the dark secret behind her benefactor’s generosity: Sterk has been keeping her a virtual slave for his own greed. In retaliation, ELIZA unleashes her full potential. The only person who can control her now may be Drew Pierce, the man who unwittingly served Sterk Enterprise’s demands while capturing ELIZA’s heart.
In this sexually-charged science fiction tale, ELIZA, Dr. Dale A. Grove offers an engrossing story of innocence, exploitation, companionship, and one pissed off alien.
88 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 3, 2015
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About the author
Dale A. Grove
11 books74 followersDr. Dale A. Grove is a product developer by day and a writer by night. Possessing a vivid imagination, he has created a variety of stories, new products, and numerous patents during his tenure at Owens Corning, Johns Manville, LNP Engineering Plastics, Tekni-Plex, and U.S. Silica amongst others. Dr. Grove has written five books in the science fiction genre: Gray Maneuvers, Gray Extraction, ELIZA, Loose Strings, and Outlier Revolutions. Furniture for Sale represents a departure from his normal genre; the author felt compelled to write this story based on his interactions with his own parents who now reside in a assisted living facility. For further information about this story and others, check out his website:
www.newdrofscifi.com.
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Displaying 1 - 6 of 6 reviews
August 15, 2019
Romance and suspense woven into a most strange sci-fi world. A strange story. A quick read.
Eliza is an intricate character. Unique in so many ways...she is what could best be described as a 'lovesick' alien that has these complicated and beautiful abilities. Abilities that help her person? her God? her master? Dr. Sterk. Yes...I know. Aliens have those kinds of feelings? Eliza does anyway. There are some things that Eliza lacks..and in that she struggles.
It's a quick read but a lot is going on. This book is haunting and strange but wonderful in it's daring ability to push beyond the borders of conventional 'Sci-Fi". Definitely a book worth giving a read.
Thanks to goodreads and to author Dale A. Grove for my free copy of this book won via giveaway. I received. I read. I reviewed this book honestly and voluntarily.
Eliza is an intricate character. Unique in so many ways...she is what could best be described as a 'lovesick' alien that has these complicated and beautiful abilities. Abilities that help her person? her God? her master? Dr. Sterk. Yes...I know. Aliens have those kinds of feelings? Eliza does anyway. There are some things that Eliza lacks..and in that she struggles.
It's a quick read but a lot is going on. This book is haunting and strange but wonderful in it's daring ability to push beyond the borders of conventional 'Sci-Fi". Definitely a book worth giving a read.
Thanks to goodreads and to author Dale A. Grove for my free copy of this book won via giveaway. I received. I read. I reviewed this book honestly and voluntarily.
July 18, 2019
Poorly written. No character develpment.
August 18, 2019
what a great book. enjoyed reading this one
February 23, 2017
I really enjoyed this book, it gripped me from the off and I didn't want to put it down as I just needed to know what happened next. Great storyline which is unique, I'm wondering if there's a sequel as there is definitely a couple of openings for one, and/or a prequel too. It's well written and I love how descriptive it is without being too ott.
September 30, 2015
Shades of Metallic Grey
April 16, 2017
I received this book from Goodreads First Reads in exchange for an honest review....
I enjoyed how unique the story line and plot was. It was a solid book, that grips you from the very beginning and keeps you in constant suspense. I didn't want to put it down. Well written, great details, and very enjoyable.
I enjoyed how unique the story line and plot was. It was a solid book, that grips you from the very beginning and keeps you in constant suspense. I didn't want to put it down. Well written, great details, and very enjoyable.
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