Forbidden Stars
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Last published Mon, May 28, 2018
One-hundred and nine light-days into its extensive journey, humanity's first interstellar colony vessel seemingly vanishes without trace. Ivan Syzonenko, a revolutionary scientist of his era, charges himself with unraveling the method which had caused this paradoxical vanishing act. From the truth behind the mystery, humanity finds itself in a barring damnation that may keep all forever bound to the Solar System.
Status of the story: I have turned "Complete" on for this story, although it is entirely possible I may revise the story in the future. I rather like this story and so I will want to keep it in the best of condition as I advance my skills as a writer. For all intents and purposes, the story is complete, little to no changes to the plot will be made (most likely). Happy Reading!
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Cover art attributed to John Harris, www.alisoneldred.com/artistJohnHarris.html
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