Roswell: First Contact: Malcolm Dow: Episode 1

by Tony B. Richard, Carolin S. Petersen (Editor)

★★★★★ "I can't wait to read the rest of this series. It has definitely got me excited by the story so far." - Goodreads Reviewer

When Private Malcolm Dow went to clean up a crashed weather balloon, he came face-to-face with an alien instead.

Being an alien of sorts in his own otherwise all-white regiment, Malcolm instantly took on the Alien’s plight – military help for his besieged planet, Zalma.

And it’s not just Zalma; Earth will be next. But to do so, he must first overcome the obstacles he’s faced since childhood and find a voice for himself. The trouble is, he’s not the only one who knows they’re here.

Earth's Secret Alliance is a series of clean, family-friendly, uplifting, inspirational, relaxing, one-to-two-hour short stories. Suitable for all ages. It is s oft science fiction that deals with social problems, more than science and technology.
Audiobook, Dyslexic Edition, and Large Print Editions available!

★★★★★ "Great story line, it gets your attention and keeps it. I have always been fascinated with tales of Aliens, and this story didn't disappoint me." - Amazon Reviewer

★★★★★ "Very interesting and intriguing. I would like to know how the rest of the story unfolds. I would highly recommend this. Book to anyone." - Goodreads Reviewer

★★★★★ "The storyline is interesting. Characters are unique. I am looking forward to reading more by this author. I highly recommend this author/book." - Amazon Reviewer

★★★★★ "I liked how it showed how the private and the general's intuition shined through when they trusted their gut instincts." - Amazon Reviewer

★★★★★ "Unfortunately, I prefer to read a whole story as opposed to a series. I will read this series as it becomes available." - Amazon Reviewer

★★★★★ "This easy to read Sci-fi book was super enjoyable to read as an adult and I'm recommending it for my book loving tween daughter too! I grew to love Malcolm and all the "people" he encountered. Can't wait to read more books in this series!" - Amazon Reviewer

★★★★★ "Very interesting and intriguing. I would like to know how the rest of the story unfolds. I would highly recommend this. Book to anyone." - Amazon Reviewer

Genres: Science Fiction

61 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 18, 2022

About the author

Tony B. Richard lives in Vancouver, Canada. He is a computer programmer (coder), instructor, and a Star Trek, Star Wars, and Stargate fan. He had this story in his head for decades, but during the Covid-19 pandemic, he thought it was time to put it down on paper.

Reviews

[Donna Morgan]

An enjoyable short story. Ideal for people who are
looking at new genre’s or who just want a little light reading.

[Timothy D. Vaughn]

So so

The story was not very gripping but it did hold my interest long enough for me to finish the book.

[Tom Kolodziej]

Interesting read

The storyline is interesting. Characters are unique. I am looking forward to reading more by this author. I highly recommend this author/book.

[Richard]

This SF novella by Tony B. Richards takes as its starting point the idea that alien occupants of a crashed spacecraft were recovered at Roswell, NM in the 1940s. The author then proceeds to craft a tale of contact between Private Malcolm Dow and a race of pacifist aliens who need the help of Earth to defend themselves against other alien agressors.

Along the way, this story also provides an illuminating perspective on issues such as bullying and racism.

[Mark Daly]

Start of a 50s sci-fi story

It felt a lot like the early sci-fi I read as a kid in the 60s and 70s. Good clean story with no fantastical twists that younger these days where every story has to be bigger and scarier than the last. I did feel the general guessed too much without help from our hero though. Overall, good, clean fun.

[Alta]

Greatly surprised & delighted!

This is not " just" another Roswell book. Mr. Richard has given us a really likable young non-com to work with a military leader who also grasps the big picture with a warm hearted insightfulness that benefits all parties. Our aliens are not only colorful, but are sterling examples of morality and honor.

[dan]

It's a keeper!

I can't wait to read the rest of this series. It has definitely got me excited by the story so far.

[lynn swallom]

Alright!

Now that the enthralling teaser has drawn me into the story. When will my avid curiosity be sated? So looking forward to the continuation of the story. Great job!

[Kat M]

great concept in the scifi genre, it worked as a opening to this series. I enjoyed how good Tony B. Richard wrote this and was engaged with the characters in this universe. It left me wanting to read more in this universe and from the author.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Michelle L. Reeve]

Exciting first book

Exciting first book! What would you do if you were the first person contacted by aliens? Would anyone believe you? Who could you trust? Malcolm has to figure all that out.

[Carol Nauss]

This wasn’t what I was expecting, It didn't really make sense and seemed disjointed. The dialog was not believable especially the conversations of the military. I was not impressed but gave three stars for effort.

[David John Morgan]

brilliant story

I downloaded this story as a sample I got in to it and found the when I had finished the sample I really liked it so I went and bought the full book I am just reading it as I typed this post think you will enjoy it

[anthony danna]

Roswell

Very interesting and intriguing. I would like to know how the rest of the story unfolds. I would highly recommend this. Book to anyone.