Michael Thal

The day after his thirteenth birthday David Rothman a violin virtuoso learns that not only is he blessed with his family's musical talent, he is also destined to be stricken with the family's curse. He suddenly finds himself stuck in a world of total silence. Can he ever learn new ways to communicate or will his depression drag him to the bottom? This is a wonderful heartfelt book about self-discovery and recovery, and I enjoyed it very much. I can not even begin to imagine never being able to hear the violin again. I would recommend this book to any adolescent who is struggling to find balance in their lives.… (plus d'informations)

His marriage in tatters, a final altercation drives Lewis to violence when his wife's acts of cruelty and carelessness eradicate his last shred of patience. That impact, flesh against flesh, brought him a raw sense of power that only ends when his eight-year-old son bites him. Fleeing his own violence, Lewis goes to his brother Steven's home. They walk late at night beneath a Southern California sky until a pale green beam of light takes them away.

The brothers awaken on an Oceanic spaceship. After testing, the Oceanians determine that Lewis will make the better subject, returning his brother to earth with no memory of their experience. Lewis becomes a member of the crew, traveling to Oceana and learning of their need for a new home world. Technologically advanced, their civilization suffers from reverse discrimination, proving that discrimination can exist no matter the cultural and technical advances.

THE LIGHT: AN ALIEN ABDUCTION by Michael L. Thal presents a fascinating cast of characters and contrasting civilizations that are more alike than different in their prejudices. Thal presents a convincing argument for end of nationalism and the need for global unity, and scathing social commentary guised as fiction regarding sexual discrimination. While the tone becomes a bit preachy at time, it also offers a hopeful view of our future. The exploration of consciousness not bound by physical limitations also provides a fascinating subplot. Thal's gift succinct writing style brings this tale vividly alive. Recommended.

Cindy Penn editor@wordweaving.com

Senior Editor, http://wordweaving.com

Amazon top 50 reviewer

eBook Specialist, Midwest Book Review… (plus d'informations)