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The Abduction of Joshua Bloom Kindle Edition

by Michael Thal (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 18 ratings
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A high school track star is abducted by aliens, explores strange worlds, uncovers genocide on a planetary scale, and is thrust into extraterrestrial politics that decides the fate of an Earth on the brink of war or unification.The Abduction of Joshua Bloom tells the story of a teen and his alien abductors who justify their act in an attempt to save their people. Joshua finds himself in a world dominated by women, and men are subjugated to their whims. He travels to a dinosaur world, visits a water planet, and a world doomed by a star about to nova. Space exploration and time travel are just two elements science fiction junkies will love about this original space opera by award winning author, Michael Thal.
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  2. Language
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  4. Publication date
    August 13, 2020
  5. Reading age
    15 - 18 years
  6. Grade level
    9 - 12
  7. File size
    3444 KB
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08D5RDTWX
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ MT Associates (August 13, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 13, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3444 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 250 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1625260725
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 18 ratings

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Michael Thal

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Michael Thal is the author of five published novels—Goodbye Tchaikovsky, The Abduction of Joshua Bloom, and The Koolura Series—The Legend of Koolura, Koolura and The Mystery at Camp Saddleback, and Koolura and the Mayans.

Moving from the frigid Northeast to comfy Southern California in 1973, Michael taught elementary and middle school for 28 years until a freak virus left him deafened at the age of 50. He reinvented himself as a writer composing over 80 published articles in print magazines as well as novels for middle grade and high school aged students.

You can learn more about Michael Thal on his website and blog at www.michaelthal.com. His books can be purchased on Amazon.com and on his website. Please check out his blog at http://www.michaelthal.com/blog and sign up for a FREE subscription.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Maria Catalina Egan
5.0 out of 5 stars Intergalactic fun read
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2020
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Joshua Bloom is not your everyday teen. Clever and resourceful he takes the reader on a brilliant intergalactic journey. His point of view and knowledge compared what he experiences with his Hebrew Culture. This makes the read relatable.
It is a clever, fast paced, interesting read. The depth and growth of the main character felt real enough to touch.
My favorite intergalactic creatures were in a planet with a fascinating underwater culture. There is an intricate diversity in settings and otherworldly creatures.
The plot makes sense and is well developed, a most recommended read.
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Nick
4.0 out of 5 stars A great read for sci-fi lovers
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2014
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This book is perfect for the middle aged child who is too big for the typical chapter book, and too young to take on Ayn Rand. This is a lengthy read, full of extensive attempts to describe all sorts of fantastical worlds, creatures, and beings. The author takes great efforts to explain many beliefs and he also does well in comparing current life in the world to futuristic possibilities. I really liked the Oceanic theme of peace and tranquility, of uniting all things. I like how the alien beliefs make us seem so primal and not advanced at all in our thinking and actions. It makes their suggestions seem so sensible and makes the reader wonder why we haven't achieved a higher lever of thinking, and are still living in our violent, intolerant ways. I am not sure if the author means for a sequel, mentioning a particular group of people meaning to attack, but it would be interesting to see the efforts of the earth combatting an alien force. The book is written with a young reader in mind, there are some hints at adult behavior (relationship with Anita) and a few bits of adult language, but overall, it is not offensive or handled inappropriately. This book is great for the sci-fi lover, the dreamer, the comic book reader. The different characters and planets make the read fun for those who like this genre. Good job!
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The Roving Reader
5.0 out of 5 stars Vividly Written
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2014
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Anyone, not just young adults, can be caught up in this fast-moving space adventure. The story opens when sixteen-year old Joshua Bloom is captured by aliens from an unknown planet, one where females are in charge. In the near future the survival of the inhabitants will become impossible, which leaves them with the necessity of relocating. Joshua Bloom has been carefully selected to assist the girl of his dreams, the leader, Anita, in this tremendous task. The book presents many good ideas, one being the need of all to understand and work with people who are different from them.
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Anne Loader McGee
5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Read
Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2014
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When 16 year old Joshua Bloom awakens aboard an alien ship, he not only discovers the craft is being manned by a group of technically and socially-evolved teenagers from an alien culture, but that his abduction has a purpose. The Oceanians, as they are called, intend to train him to act as intermediary between the leaders of their own planet and the governments of Earth. They are desperate to leave their planet, and Earth has been chosen as the place most suited for relocation. In exchange for this, they are prepared to share their technology, their way of life, and their philosophy. And so begins a fascinating journey for Joshua Bloom in this fast-paced science fiction action story, guaranteed to hold your attention from beginning to end. I highly recommend this well-written and enjoyable novel.
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claire vlach
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2019
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Loved the message of this book! I pray it comes true in my lifetime! World Peace is what I chant for every day.
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Future Boy
4.0 out of 5 stars suggesting ways we can make mankind--and the planet better, in a new era of co-operation and collaboration ...
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2014
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This book is ambitious, suggesting ways we can make mankind--and the planet better, in a new era of co-operation and collaboration by nations, several of which have merged to form "super-states." But most of the book focuses on the space adventures of Joshua Bloom, a Jewish teenager who is abducted into space. Typically, alien abductions are mysterious or hostile, but this time, it's a friendly crew of inter-galactic women that take him in. They tell him that they need him in order to save a dying planet and to persuade Earth--in the most forceful but appealing way possible--to accept this massive influx of a space race.

I enjoyed it when Joshua remarks something to the effect of "How can Earth accept a new species in peace when we bicker among ourselves?" It does make me wonder why we can't simply all get along, how delightful it would be to have real, lasting peace in our lifetimes!

Another enjoyable book by this author!
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Janice Clark
5.0 out of 5 stars An exciting adventure
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2024
I'm sure most teenage boys would like to see themselves as the brave and clever hero of this adventure. (Actually this octogenarian granny enjoyed it, too.) Besides helping to save the Earth, and the spacefaring race who abducted him, Joshua gets to work with a pretty girl who seems to like him. I like that the author has sneaked in a message about living in harmony with others and respecting differences--we could use more of that on this planet, and it doesn't in any way distract from the adventure.
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