Alien Invasion and Other Inconveniences

Alien Invasion and Other Inconveniences by Brian Yansky is a reprint edition published by National Geographic Books on May 14, 2013. This young adult science fiction novel presents a unique blend of humor and black comedy as it follows Jesse, a teenage boy who finds himself in a world overtaken by a polite yet deadly race of telepathic aliens. As most humans fall into a deep sleep, Jesse discovers he has developed telepathic powers, leading him to form new friendships and explore unexpected hope amidst the chaos.
Readers will encounter a wry adventure filled with themes of alien contact, social dynamics, and the complexities of grief and bereavement. As Jesse navigates his new reality under the control of an inept alien leader, he begins to question the aliens’ invincibility, especially when a mysterious girl appears in his dreams, hinting at the possibility of escape. This 240-page novel combines action and humor, appealing to both boys and sci-fi enthusiasts alike.
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A polite race of telepathic killer aliens, a ten-second world conquest, and one teenage boy collide in this wry, gutsy adventure.
Jesse is in history class when a formidable, efficient race of aliens quietly takes over the earth in less time than it takes him to brush his teeth. Most humans simply fall asleep and never wake up. In moments, everyone Jesse knows and loves is gone, and he finds that he is now a slave to an inept alien leader. On the bright side, Jesse discovers he’s developing telepathic powers, and he’s not the only one. Soon he’s forging new friendships and feeling unexpectedly hopeful. When a mysterious girl appears in his dreams, talking about escaping, Jesse begins to think the aliens may not be invincible after all. But if Jesse and his friends succeed, is there anywhere left to go? Brian Yansky offers a funny, grim novel packed with everything boys and sci-fi fans love: aliens, humor, action, and a healthy dose of triumph.
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