The Martian Circe by Raymond F. Jones

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Author Jones, Raymond F., 1915-1994
Title The Martian Circe
Note Reading ease score: 83.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Martian Circe" by Raymond F. Jones is a science fiction novel written during the mid-20th century. The story explores themes of illusion, obsession, and the interplay between two distinct cultures: Earthmen and Martians. The narrative follows Captain Roal Hartford, an operative of the Solar Bureau of Investigation, as he investigates a mysterious drug, "harmeena", which drives users to madness and is linked to a haunting tavern called Starhouse, where the enigmatic singer Alayna, known as the Queen of the Silver Stars, captivates the hearts of spacemen. In the novel, Roal Hartford dives deep into a web of intrigue surrounding Alayna and the nefarious drug trade on Mars. Alayna's seemingly innocent persona masks a complex reality tangled with her father's cruel involvement in an interspecies conspiracy driven by the Martians' desire for revenge against Earth. As the story unfolds, Roal discovers that Alayna is actually Mariana Sebours, a talented singer forced into a role by the Thousand Minds, a secret Martian ruling body that uses mental control and the drug to manipulate Earthmen. The tension escalates to a climactic confrontation where Roal and Alayna must fight for their lives against a powerful collective that seeks to control civilizations. Amidst the chaos, themes of hope, sacrifice, and human connection spark a necessary and profound change for both planets. Ultimately, "The Martian Circe" intertwines science fiction with a poignant exploration of cultural conflict and the power of dreams. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Martians -- Fiction
Subject Mars (Planet) -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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