Guest Stars

Auteur

Christopher (Chris) Pleatsikas grew up in northern New England. Having learned how to read before attending kindergarten, he was bored in primary school. Sensing he needed a more challenging academic environment than the local schools could provide, his father sent Chris to boarding school at the age of 13. There he immersed himself in the school library's science fiction collection. Ultimately, Chris obtained a Ph.D. in Economics and settled into the life of an economic consultant, sporadically teaching at the college level and writing law journal articles. He still occasionally reads and watches science fiction and, ultimately, decided to add his contribution to the genre. He currently lives in Northern California and dreams of publishing the dark comedy he has written about his childhood.

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"Guest Stars" is a story about peaceful, technologically advanced aliens who seek refuge on Earth after a catastrophe on their planet. Humans first speculate that the new arrivals might help humanity solve global problems like war and poverty. As humans and aliens strive to coexist, their good intentions clash with unforeseen consequences, challenging their perceptions and raising stakes for both civilizations. This gripping tale explores cultural and evolutionary differences, leading to a dramatic and unexpected outcome. As tensions rise and misunderstandings escalate, readers are left wondering if humanity and its alien guests can find common ground--or if their differences will lead to disaster. Suspense builds, with a chilling twist at the end.