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A Distant Earth
When interstellar travelers discover a planet teeming with life but devoid of humanity and art, they send an armada of spacecraft hoping to recruit some of Earth’s indigenous people to settle the new world. Instead, their advance-ship encounters oceans full of plastic garbage, Native American resistance, and a right-wing agitator named Bram Roberts Trenchant. Trench and his followers hate all aliens and believe they intend to destroy America by exploiting what Trenchant calls “the lie of climate change.” He vows to capture the spacecraft commander and execute her as a warning that all aliens must GET OUT. In the end, only a pair of conflicted teens may be able to save the commander and her mission.
Searing political satire from the authors of The Battle of The Alamo Taqueria.
Searing political satire from the authors of The Battle of The Alamo Taqueria.
265 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 5, 2022
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About the author
Nick Iuppa
31 books142 followers Nick Iuppa is also known as Nicholas Victor.
Always wanted to work in the movies. College got me an internship at MGM, and I worked on TV specials with Dr. Seuss and Chuck Jones (creator of the Road Runner). Became good friends with both of them. Later wrote for the Wonderful World of Disney. Went to Paramount Pictures where I designed internet entertainment and built Hollywood-style training simulations for the military. But the movie business made it hard to express my own personal creativity. (Too many decision makers). So, I started writing novels so that I could control everything. My first sci-fi novel was about a high tech simulation that was invaded by vampires. Wrote others inspired by Stephen King's deep, creepy characters. Now I work with a writing partner, John Pesqueira, and things are much simpler, only one person to argue with. I love developing characters and letting them tell me where the story is supposed to go. These days, my one of my favorite people is Babcia, the five-hundred-year-old witch who is the power behind all the goings on in 1960's Hollywood animation storytelling and in Zakopane Poland... gateway to Rapunzel's Tower where Adolph Hitler once spent a horrific night. Check it out along with my latest blog posts at www.nickiuppa.com
Always wanted to work in the movies. College got me an internship at MGM, and I worked on TV specials with Dr. Seuss and Chuck Jones (creator of the Road Runner). Became good friends with both of them. Later wrote for the Wonderful World of Disney. Went to Paramount Pictures where I designed internet entertainment and built Hollywood-style training simulations for the military. But the movie business made it hard to express my own personal creativity. (Too many decision makers). So, I started writing novels so that I could control everything. My first sci-fi novel was about a high tech simulation that was invaded by vampires. Wrote others inspired by Stephen King's deep, creepy characters. Now I work with a writing partner, John Pesqueira, and things are much simpler, only one person to argue with. I love developing characters and letting them tell me where the story is supposed to go. These days, my one of my favorite people is Babcia, the five-hundred-year-old witch who is the power behind all the goings on in 1960's Hollywood animation storytelling and in Zakopane Poland... gateway to Rapunzel's Tower where Adolph Hitler once spent a horrific night. Check it out along with my latest blog posts at www.nickiuppa.com
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November 12, 2022
Fun Interesting
First and foremost a huge thank you needs to go out to the author for generously gifting me a copy of this book. His generosity is second to none!
This was an excellent little sci-fi adventure. It was a quick read and I really enjoyed it. Typically I'm not super into sci-fi but I think all the likable characters were what made it such a good story. I really liked Will, Faith, Jimmy, Aiyana, and Maddie. Even though this is a shorter story, I felt like the character building was well done. There is a fair amount of politics in the story. I didn't feel like it was overbearing or off-putting at all. I definitely think the author was making some pretty strong statements about our current political situation in real life. I admire that. Why become an author if not to be able to make statements and say whatever you want? The descriptions in the story are compelling and effective. I was able to get a clear picture in my mind of what the characters were seeing and experiencing. The ending was pleasing and worthwhile. I thought it wrapped up everything fittingly. Overall this was an entertaining little sci-fi story. It's not super graphic and there's not too much profanity. I think it would be appreciated by anyone looking for a simple yet engaging sci-fi story.
First and foremost a huge thank you needs to go out to the author for generously gifting me a copy of this book. His generosity is second to none!
This was an excellent little sci-fi adventure. It was a quick read and I really enjoyed it. Typically I'm not super into sci-fi but I think all the likable characters were what made it such a good story. I really liked Will, Faith, Jimmy, Aiyana, and Maddie. Even though this is a shorter story, I felt like the character building was well done. There is a fair amount of politics in the story. I didn't feel like it was overbearing or off-putting at all. I definitely think the author was making some pretty strong statements about our current political situation in real life. I admire that. Why become an author if not to be able to make statements and say whatever you want? The descriptions in the story are compelling and effective. I was able to get a clear picture in my mind of what the characters were seeing and experiencing. The ending was pleasing and worthwhile. I thought it wrapped up everything fittingly. Overall this was an entertaining little sci-fi story. It's not super graphic and there's not too much profanity. I think it would be appreciated by anyone looking for a simple yet engaging sci-fi story.
January 13, 2022
My book and I love it! I love the quirky, sexy, headstrong, Hollywood-movie-loving Commander of the flying saucer Polaris. She comes to earth to recruit indigenous people and bring them to a new, perfect but uninhabited planet. I love her husband, Atticus, who remains level-headed even when his wife transforms into her version of a superhero to take on the bad guys. I love the young Native American couple, Jimmy Bigay and his wife Aiyana, who is so conflicted about whether to go to the new world or stay behind and try to save this one. And I especially love the arch-villain, Bram Roberts Trenchant, the leader of a cult of white supremacists who thinks global warming is a political plot, and that all aliens must die... especially those from other planets.
April 11, 2022
A group of eco-friendly aliens take a liking to the Earth's indigenous people and want to take them to a far-away planet safe from global warming. But then one of the flying saucers falls into the ocean and becomes entrapped in plastic waste.While they wait for their ship to be repaired,the crew becomes friends with a retired US Senator whotakes them on a tour of nearby Hollywood. The saucer’s strong, but free-spirited female captain, Hope Morrow, catches the attention of a right-wing extremist and then the real trouble starts.
This book is a fun satirical adventure with environmentally conscious aspects that are real and appeal to my sense of social responsibility to our planet. This is exactly the type of sci-fi novel I have been searching for. The political satire is spot on and a refreshing new spin that I am not used to in sci-fi novels. I have often wondered myself what alien life forms would think of us Earthlings and what we are doing to our planet in terms of pollution and non-biodegradable waste.
I would recommend this book to eco-friendly readers even if they are not used to reading sci-fi. The book has almost a throwback feel to the late 80s early 90s style of storytelling that millennials will be familiar with and a deeper moral message that sticks with you and leaves you to contemplate in the end. I will be checking out more novels from Nick Iuppa and John Pesqueira in the future, for I believe I have found a new favorite.
This book is a fun satirical adventure with environmentally conscious aspects that are real and appeal to my sense of social responsibility to our planet. This is exactly the type of sci-fi novel I have been searching for. The political satire is spot on and a refreshing new spin that I am not used to in sci-fi novels. I have often wondered myself what alien life forms would think of us Earthlings and what we are doing to our planet in terms of pollution and non-biodegradable waste.
I would recommend this book to eco-friendly readers even if they are not used to reading sci-fi. The book has almost a throwback feel to the late 80s early 90s style of storytelling that millennials will be familiar with and a deeper moral message that sticks with you and leaves you to contemplate in the end. I will be checking out more novels from Nick Iuppa and John Pesqueira in the future, for I believe I have found a new favorite.
January 18, 2022
An alien spaceship appears with an offer to Native Americans to populate a new planet much like earth. As the tribe debates, the US President welcomes them while a radical climate denier vows to assassinate the peaceful aliens. I read an early draft of this short novel. This writing team always comes up with interesting premises. I actually think the story should be longer because of unanswered questions such as what happened to the “Trenchers”? And animal lovers will want to know what happened to Charlie? I think he should’ve been tagging along. The narrative changes from first person to third, which is a little jarring when it happens in the same chapters. I enjoyed the older character, Will, and the dilemma the young Native Americans face. Do they want to leave their parents and elders behind, as many of our ancestors did to begin a new life? I also enjoyed the clever names such as Bram Robert Trenchant and Carlton Ramrod. And I liked the photos and quote in the beginning of the book. This is a thoughtful, slightly humorous story with the important message that we should take care of the planet we have. What would you do if given the opportunity to go to a new earth?
March 10, 2022
I really enjoyed the plot of Distant Earth, which is a unique take on a much thought on topic: the opportunity to start life elsewhere.
This was a thoroughly engaging story and I hope the authors will expand more on this universe.
This was a thoroughly engaging story and I hope the authors will expand more on this universe.
April 8, 2024
"A Distant Earth" marks my second dive into Nick Iuppa's writing, this time with the added collaboration of John Pesqueira, who, judging by their seamless partnership, are likely good friends.
Man, this book is just packed with fun! The character dialogues are so engaging, they practically push the story along effortlessly. Even though it took me ages to finish, it wasn't because I lost interest; life just got in the way, you know? But every time I got back to it, I could jump right back in and couldn't wait to see what happened next. It's definitely a real page-turner, no doubt about it.
The narrative definitely possesses a satirical undertone executed with finesse, adding an extra layer of depth and intelligence to the storytelling. It's not a bleak story at all; instead, it takes us on a lighthearted journey of peace and restoration. You can't help but feel uplifted as a human after putting it down.
While "A Distant Earth" dishes out a plethora of social commentaries, not all of which align with my own views, but I'm not letting that ruin the fun or sway my review in a negative direction. If these commentaries serve to drive the plot forward, then they serve their purpose perfectly in my eyes.
The main narrator telling the events of the story, Will Brennan is this sincere, straight-up senator who can't be bought. It's such a break from all the political cynicism we usually see. I really liked that about him. It's easy to see why the two main alien protagonists chose him as their ambassador.
Faith and Atticus Morrow emerge as standout characters, exuding strength and resilience throughout. Atticus, who I couldn't help but envision as a Ryan Gosling type, injects the story with humor, innocence, and charm, making him a memorable addition to the cast of characters.
"Trench," the primary antagonist, is like a blend of Trump and perhaps Alex John (or the YouTuber Call for an Uprising), but in a caricatured manner. His anti-alien evil plot adds significant depth to the story with a memorable finale.
So, to sum it up, "A Distant Earth" is just awesome. It's got everything: sci-fi, fantasy, some thought-provoking philosophies. From beginning to end, it's just a blast to read.
Man, this book is just packed with fun! The character dialogues are so engaging, they practically push the story along effortlessly. Even though it took me ages to finish, it wasn't because I lost interest; life just got in the way, you know? But every time I got back to it, I could jump right back in and couldn't wait to see what happened next. It's definitely a real page-turner, no doubt about it.
The narrative definitely possesses a satirical undertone executed with finesse, adding an extra layer of depth and intelligence to the storytelling. It's not a bleak story at all; instead, it takes us on a lighthearted journey of peace and restoration. You can't help but feel uplifted as a human after putting it down.
While "A Distant Earth" dishes out a plethora of social commentaries, not all of which align with my own views, but I'm not letting that ruin the fun or sway my review in a negative direction. If these commentaries serve to drive the plot forward, then they serve their purpose perfectly in my eyes.
The main narrator telling the events of the story, Will Brennan is this sincere, straight-up senator who can't be bought. It's such a break from all the political cynicism we usually see. I really liked that about him. It's easy to see why the two main alien protagonists chose him as their ambassador.
Faith and Atticus Morrow emerge as standout characters, exuding strength and resilience throughout. Atticus, who I couldn't help but envision as a Ryan Gosling type, injects the story with humor, innocence, and charm, making him a memorable addition to the cast of characters.
"Trench," the primary antagonist, is like a blend of Trump and perhaps Alex John (or the YouTuber Call for an Uprising), but in a caricatured manner. His anti-alien evil plot adds significant depth to the story with a memorable finale.
So, to sum it up, "A Distant Earth" is just awesome. It's got everything: sci-fi, fantasy, some thought-provoking philosophies. From beginning to end, it's just a blast to read.
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