EARTH ARRESTED
Book 2: Earth Quarantined series
WORLD PEACE OR FREEDOM.
WHICH WILL WE CHOOSE?
Earth Arrested follows the story of Kethryn Miller and Neah, twins who didn't know of each other's existence. One lived a celebrity lifestyle, the other lived in a hidden underground city. The existence of twins is forbidden under Truce Law, and Neah's escape from the city brought humanity's crimes to the attention of the aliens who were keeping Earth under tight control, a race known as the Criterion.
In Earth Arrested, the race is on to achieve space travel before the fleet of ships sitting on the edge of our solar system arrives. This fleet contains the Criterion leader, and she is coming to do what the first alien colonists failed to do: destroy all humanity.
Our fragile planet can't take another war. Will humanity surrender to this new alien occupation? Or will we destroy our home in the fight for freedom?
If you like dystopian thrillers that turn conventional ideas about space exploration on their head, stories with twists and turns, and thought-provoking reads, then you'll enjoy D L Richardson's first book in the Earth Quarantined series.
THE SERIES
OUT FEB 2021
Book 3 : coming soon
REVIEWS FOR BOOK 1
"Each side hides secrets from each other and the author cleverly reveals each one as the story progresses."
Netgalley reviewer
"This is a unique take on the alien invasion trope, with the Criterion advocate, Aries, standing out as the star."
Aussie Speculative Fiction
"A sci-fi thriller that manages to turn conventional ideas about space exploration, global conflict, and even freedom itself on their head. Fans of Nick Webb may find a new favorite in D.L. Richardson." Best Thrillers
"Earth Quarantined is unpredictable and extremely engaging. I was fully captivated by the futuristic world that D L Richardson has creatively built. Readers will find Earth Quarantined to be compelling, thought-provoking, and gripping" Chick-Lit Cafe
"I found this science fiction novel exceptionally engrossing, and can't wait to read it again." Haunted Reading Room reviews
"Author D.L. Richardson takes a really interesting concept here, subverting the ideas of both alien invasion and space travel to make Earth and its inhabitants into the captive species." Readers Favorite
“Told from several points of view, humans, and aliens, the story moves along quickly as tension builds, leading to an unknown future, different from anything humans have experienced since the arrival of the Criterion. Short chapters keep the pace lively and I found myself reading faster and faster, eager to find out what would happen next. Now, I’m eagerly anticipating Book 2, Earth Arrested.” Buried Under Books
"This was a very good Sci-fi novel. Part end of the world and part alien invasion. The author did an amazing job interconnecting characters through their individual voices and painting a realistic picture of what it's like to live in the station and in the alien-controlled cities." Netgalley
"A very interesting book. Aliens come and help earth escape it's death throes. Book had me guessing until the end. Well thought out plot." Netgalley
"Great read till the end. Looking forward to the next book in the series." Netgalley
"Really nice touches with technology, scenery, and different settings really come alive." Goodreads
"I really enjoyed this story. Really good plot to the story. Very well written. Would highly recommend it to anyone who likes this kind of story. Can't wait to read more from this author." Goodreads
