Three Sons of Bitter Sands

What divides them unites them

The Lost Colony, Book 1

In this young adult science fiction adventure, veteran novelist Joseph Green tells the story of Zeki, Veroh and Crystal, who each come from different worlds. Born on the same day, they are a human, a native of the planet, and an alien like no other known life form that find each other as children. They form an indissoluble bond that carries them through the perils of childhood on hostile Bitter Sands, straight into adventures as young adults that risk not only their own lives, but the fate of distant Earth.

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Reviews

Enjoyed this novel very much! The science of science fiction, though present, took a back seat to the social and political aspects and interactions of the characters and species. Crystal is a very unique creation and I hope there might be a sequel that shows his and all the other primary characters progression and development…and perhaps of the universe and world building begun in this book. You may enjoy this book if you enjoy writers such as Poul Anderson and C. J. Cherryh. Recommended!

John Barron

It’s a tough call, but this might be my favorite of Joseph Green’s novels. It took only a few pages for me to become thoroughly invested in the human and alien characters; and that was before I learned what the humans were doing on Bitter Sands, and even before I met Crystal. My only complaint is that the novel ended too soon.

Hungry Bookworm

Haven’t enjoyed a space adventure this much since “Star Wars.” Again not unlike Star Wars, Joe Green’s novel will appeal to readers of all ages. No spoilers…but this reader fell in love with the character “Crystal,” a fascinating alien life form. Looking forward to a sequel!

Darcel E. Drew

Other Books in this Series

Crystal Coming Home

The Lost Colony, Book 2