Questions About Starry Messenger (Opportvnvs Adest, #1)

by Ethan Howard (Goodreads Author)

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Finally, give us a peek into what is going to happen with the rest of the Opportvnvs Adest series. What can fans look for from you in the next few years?

Ethan Howard Sidereus Nuncius is only the introduction to the alternate universe I have created for Earth and the rest of the universe. The second story will explo…moreSidereus Nuncius is only the introduction to the alternate universe I have created for Earth and the rest of the universe. The second story will explore the origins behind Rex Talion and how he allied himself with the Degans. Part three will show Earth on the precipice of Armageddon and how the main characters react to the state of affairs. Part four? All hell breaks loose. Literally.
Expect the unexpected and expect to be entertained. Other characters will be introduced and their motivations may or may not be clear to you. There will be plenty of bread crumbs for the reader to devour along the way so he/she is not cheated each time there is a revelation. The more you learn, the more questions you will have as the story unravels. Nothing is what it appears to be.
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Is there an overall theme to your work that you would like to share with us?

Ethan Howard Ultimately the Opportvnvs Adest series is a science fiction take on the Book of Revelations. Along the way, I explain the origins behind legends, myth…moreUltimately the Opportvnvs Adest series is a science fiction take on the Book of Revelations. Along the way, I explain the origins behind legends, myths, fairytales, and folklore throughout the world. I venture into why the planet is littered with so many fantastic unexplained things like the Pyramids, Stonehenge, UFOs, etc. The theme of the series deep dives into these things along with the bible. I challenge many of the things we have been taught in a big way.(less)

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Do think Sci-Fi/Fantasy readers are receptive to the idea of a Black Man/White Woman relationship?

Ethan Howard I have found Sci-Fi/Fantasy fans to be the most open-minded people on the planet. Quentin being black is not some cheap stunt to draw controversy. The…moreI have found Sci-Fi/Fantasy fans to be the most open-minded people on the planet. Quentin being black is not some cheap stunt to draw controversy. There is reason why his skin color happens to be dark and the tale behind it is essential to the character. The reader will learn this in part three and it will make sense. (less)

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Do you think readers of Sci-Fi will be turned off by the retelling of Christianity, to put it mildly?

Ethan Howard I hope not. I respect all beliefs. My story does not in any way dismiss the notion of God or Christianity. What I do is challenge how people interpret…moreI hope not. I respect all beliefs. My story does not in any way dismiss the notion of God or Christianity. What I do is challenge how people interpret what they have read and been taught. We see it in our lives now where often the smallest piece of information passed from one person to the next is inaccurate. Now take that notion and apply it to vast amounts of information/stories circulating for thousands of years. How accurate is it going to be? Things are bound to be confused and twisted because we are human, and to be human is to be flawed. Stay with the series and youwill see this play out in a big way.(less)

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There are a lot of strong female characters in your story. Why is that?

Ethan Howard I believe women are as capable as men. I did not consciously make an effort to show this, but I am glad you noticed.

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