Jackie sees a star

Name: Jackie sees a star
Author: Marion Zimmer Bradley

By Marion Zimmer Bradley

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A young boy named Jackie begins receiving mental visits from Mig, an alien child whose family plans to flee a dying sun by spaceship. His aunt and mother are doubtful while a young astronomer and a professor at the observatory take the claims seriously after an unexpected stellar explosion appears where Mig’s sun should be. Media, scientists and fringe investigators descend on the household, prompting debates about telepathy and mutation and disrupting Jackie’s schooling and family life, until the arrival of the spaceship forces the community to confront an astonishing, unsettling reality.

About the Author

Marion Zimmer Bradley

Marion Zimmer Bradley was an influential American author known for her contributions to science fiction and fantasy literature. She is best recognized for her novel "The Mists of Avalon," which reimagines the Arthurian legends from a female perspective, exploring themes of feminism and spirituality. Throughout her career, Bradley wrote numerous works, including notable titles such as "The Colors of Space" and "The Planet Savers," which showcase her imaginative storytelling and complex character development. Her writing often blends elements of mythology and speculative fiction, earning her a lasting place in the literary heritage of the genre.