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He Died Two Days Ago
Can Earth Be Freed from Twisted Alien Intentions?
Pierce Savage is the ultimate mobster kingpin. With an arsenal of assassins at his beck and call, he dispatches them to take down Tony Cowen, his new enemy who has stolen Sylvia, his gun moll girlfriend.
When the assassins mistakenly shoot the wrong brother —Tony’s twin, Nick—it reveals the Ephemerals, an alien race that secretly inhabits living beings of other planets across the universe, feeding off the emotions of the entities they reside within.
When Nick is kept alive by one of the aliens, Earth becomes a twisted battleground for the plotting clans of Ephemeron.
• What will happen to Ephemeron’s ruling kingdom as rival clans clash
• What will happen to Ephemeron when its 1,000-year political cycle collides against their 300-year biological fertility clock that will pit Ephemeral against Ephemeral?
• Will the three Earthlings, pursuing their Earthly revenge against Pierce Savage and his henchmen, free themselves from alien inhabitation—and maybe free the rest of Earth?
He Died Two Days Ago delivers a fast-paced sci-fi/fantasy read woven with action and suspense.
SCI-FI/FANTASY PSYCHO THRILLERS DYSTOPIAN
Pierce Savage is the ultimate mobster kingpin. With an arsenal of assassins at his beck and call, he dispatches them to take down Tony Cowen, his new enemy who has stolen Sylvia, his gun moll girlfriend.
When the assassins mistakenly shoot the wrong brother —Tony’s twin, Nick—it reveals the Ephemerals, an alien race that secretly inhabits living beings of other planets across the universe, feeding off the emotions of the entities they reside within.
When Nick is kept alive by one of the aliens, Earth becomes a twisted battleground for the plotting clans of Ephemeron.
• What will happen to Ephemeron’s ruling kingdom as rival clans clash
• What will happen to Ephemeron when its 1,000-year political cycle collides against their 300-year biological fertility clock that will pit Ephemeral against Ephemeral?
• Will the three Earthlings, pursuing their Earthly revenge against Pierce Savage and his henchmen, free themselves from alien inhabitation—and maybe free the rest of Earth?
He Died Two Days Ago delivers a fast-paced sci-fi/fantasy read woven with action and suspense.
SCI-FI/FANTASY PSYCHO THRILLERS DYSTOPIAN
352 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 16, 2024
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September 3, 2024
“He Died Two Days Ago” by John Posner is a creative science fiction/fantasy story that brings two worlds together. The humans on Earth don’t realize that the aliens from Ephemeron spend a good deal of their lives inhabiting the minds of those that they have been “entangled” with. The storyline of the book is different and interesting, and the book is filled with plenty of action and suspense, keeping readers enthralled from beginning to end.
In “He Died Two Days Ago” we meet Nick and his twin brother Tony Cowen. Tony has had a contract put out on his life by Pierce Savage, a high-ranking member of the mob, because Tony has disappeared with Pierce’s girlfriend Sylvia. Fortunately for Tony, those who have been sent to kill him end up shooting his twin brother Nick instead. When this happens, the Ephemeron living inside Nick jumps into action and saves his life (not an easy task since Nick is shot 17 times) and ends up revealing himself to Nick in the process.
As Nick attempts to adjust to the fact that there is an alien who he has named Vince living inside his head and speaking with him, he also has to find his brother Tony and explain that there is also an Ephemeron that is entangled with his mind. In addition, Nick has decided that his first goal is to kill all those who had a part in the attempt to assassinate him.
As all of this is happening on Earth, the three different Ephemeron clans are in the middle of their own situation on their home planet, fighting each other and attempting to take control of the race. As the brothers and Sylvia learn quickly after spending time talking to their newfound alien “friends,” Ephemeron is in a lot of trouble, and they need help. The issue now becomes a matter of focus for these three people on Earth. Should they follow their own plan to get revenge against a mobster and his assassins or will they help the Ephemerals save their own race and planet and, hopefully, get themselves free from the aliens that inhabit their minds at the same time?
“He Died Two Days Ago” is a very interesting twist from the normal “possessed by aliens” stories and I enjoyed it very much. The characters in the story are all fun to get to know and I feel that they are each, alien and human alike, well-written and quite fascinating in their very different personalities and beliefs. The dialogue, especially that which takes place between the brothers and those who live in their heads, is very well done and, at times, just really funny. I liked how the aliens basically feed off the humans’ emotions and how their personalities change depending upon how their particular host is feeling at any given time.
I would highly recommend “He Died Two Days Ago” to all science fiction fans out there. In my opinion, the plot of the book is appealing and unlike most of what is out there. That makes it much more fun to read. The characters are unique and, at times, very thought-provoking and I especially enjoyed that part. It is definitely a different kind of story and one that is well worth reading. 5 Stars!
In “He Died Two Days Ago” we meet Nick and his twin brother Tony Cowen. Tony has had a contract put out on his life by Pierce Savage, a high-ranking member of the mob, because Tony has disappeared with Pierce’s girlfriend Sylvia. Fortunately for Tony, those who have been sent to kill him end up shooting his twin brother Nick instead. When this happens, the Ephemeron living inside Nick jumps into action and saves his life (not an easy task since Nick is shot 17 times) and ends up revealing himself to Nick in the process.
As Nick attempts to adjust to the fact that there is an alien who he has named Vince living inside his head and speaking with him, he also has to find his brother Tony and explain that there is also an Ephemeron that is entangled with his mind. In addition, Nick has decided that his first goal is to kill all those who had a part in the attempt to assassinate him.
As all of this is happening on Earth, the three different Ephemeron clans are in the middle of their own situation on their home planet, fighting each other and attempting to take control of the race. As the brothers and Sylvia learn quickly after spending time talking to their newfound alien “friends,” Ephemeron is in a lot of trouble, and they need help. The issue now becomes a matter of focus for these three people on Earth. Should they follow their own plan to get revenge against a mobster and his assassins or will they help the Ephemerals save their own race and planet and, hopefully, get themselves free from the aliens that inhabit their minds at the same time?
“He Died Two Days Ago” is a very interesting twist from the normal “possessed by aliens” stories and I enjoyed it very much. The characters in the story are all fun to get to know and I feel that they are each, alien and human alike, well-written and quite fascinating in their very different personalities and beliefs. The dialogue, especially that which takes place between the brothers and those who live in their heads, is very well done and, at times, just really funny. I liked how the aliens basically feed off the humans’ emotions and how their personalities change depending upon how their particular host is feeling at any given time.
I would highly recommend “He Died Two Days Ago” to all science fiction fans out there. In my opinion, the plot of the book is appealing and unlike most of what is out there. That makes it much more fun to read. The characters are unique and, at times, very thought-provoking and I especially enjoyed that part. It is definitely a different kind of story and one that is well worth reading. 5 Stars!
September 23, 2024
He Died Two Days Ago by John Posner is a captivating blend of science fiction and fantasy that centers on twins Nick and Tony, who discover they are hosts to alien entities known as Ephemerals. These beings secretly inhabit humans and other creatures, feeding off the emotions of their hosts. The plot thickens when assassins, sent by a mobster kingpin, mistakenly kill Nick instead of Tony after Tony steals Sylvia, the kingpin’s girlfriend. From there, all three find themselves entangled in the power struggles between warring Ephemeral clans.
One of the novel’s strengths is its immersive introduction to the world of the Ephemerals. I was intrigued by the glimpse into their culture as they struggle over who will inherit a new world. The pacing and detail of this portion of the story were just right, allowing me to become invested in these alien beings without feeling overwhelmed. In fact, I wished we could have stayed longer in their world, as it was one of the more compelling aspects of the novel. The transition to Nick’s storyline, while necessary, shifted the narrative in a way that felt quick. That said, the idea of the Ephemerals having the power to heal a dying person added a fascinating dimension.
Nick and Tony’s predicament of getting caught in a tangled web of crime, betrayal, and alien interference felt grounded and realistic. I appreciated the authenticity in Nick’s reaction to being shot, which added depth to his character. I loved Nick and Tony and I wanted their backstory to be fleshed out more. Similarly, Sylvia’s fate, while rooted in real-world circumstances, was introduced abruptly, and I would have loved to have spent more time with her. And after Artemesia, the High Priestess of the Xemegan clan, was introduced, I would have preferred to see other traits or characteristics that made her memorable.
Still, the book’s deeper themes, like identity, control, and the influence of outside forces on our decisions, are compelling. The relationship between Nick and his twin brother Tony and how they’ve been manipulated by their respective aliens adds emotional depth to the narrative.
He Died Two Days Ago is a gritty and action-packed read that blends science fiction and thriller with surprising emotional depth. Fans of dystopian thrillers and speculative sci-fi will enjoy this for its original premise and intense action. If you’re into deep space adventures with a heavy dose of psychological tension, this one’s for you.
One of the novel’s strengths is its immersive introduction to the world of the Ephemerals. I was intrigued by the glimpse into their culture as they struggle over who will inherit a new world. The pacing and detail of this portion of the story were just right, allowing me to become invested in these alien beings without feeling overwhelmed. In fact, I wished we could have stayed longer in their world, as it was one of the more compelling aspects of the novel. The transition to Nick’s storyline, while necessary, shifted the narrative in a way that felt quick. That said, the idea of the Ephemerals having the power to heal a dying person added a fascinating dimension.
Nick and Tony’s predicament of getting caught in a tangled web of crime, betrayal, and alien interference felt grounded and realistic. I appreciated the authenticity in Nick’s reaction to being shot, which added depth to his character. I loved Nick and Tony and I wanted their backstory to be fleshed out more. Similarly, Sylvia’s fate, while rooted in real-world circumstances, was introduced abruptly, and I would have loved to have spent more time with her. And after Artemesia, the High Priestess of the Xemegan clan, was introduced, I would have preferred to see other traits or characteristics that made her memorable.
Still, the book’s deeper themes, like identity, control, and the influence of outside forces on our decisions, are compelling. The relationship between Nick and his twin brother Tony and how they’ve been manipulated by their respective aliens adds emotional depth to the narrative.
He Died Two Days Ago is a gritty and action-packed read that blends science fiction and thriller with surprising emotional depth. Fans of dystopian thrillers and speculative sci-fi will enjoy this for its original premise and intense action. If you’re into deep space adventures with a heavy dose of psychological tension, this one’s for you.
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