Description
When the alien Yherajk arrive on Earth seeking friendship, their grotesque appearance and unbearable odor make humanity’s first contact a public-relations disaster. Hollywood agent Thomas Stein is recruited to make the species acceptable to the public, transforming an interstellar diplomatic mission into the most unconventional career challenge of his life. As Stein navigates media spin, cultural misunderstandings, and the high stakes of alien diplomacy, the story blends sharp satire with heartfelt questions about prejudice, communication, and what it truly means to connect. Witty, fast-paced, and inventive, this science-fiction comedy showcases a character-driven style grounded in both genre adventure and Hollywood savvy.
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Published Jan 1, 2005
ISBN: 9781596060203
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Details
First Published
1999
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Agent to the Stars by John Scalzi.