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Planet of the Red Dust Paperback – June 6, 2017

by N. Tolman Rudolph (Author)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 52 ratings
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Jared Adams is the sole survivor of the space ship Wayfarer, wrecked on a dead planet, alone in this barren world. Until he sees two humans arrive at the crash site.

Aaronia, daughter of the king, and her uncle Porto are in awe of this strange man who speaks babble and yet appears God-like. He rescues her uncle from a deadly beast by throwing lightning from his hand, then takes them back to their camp in a miraculous cart that runs on its own power.

Though their languages are different, Aaronia and Jared are drawn to each other. Despite Aaronia’s pleas, her father the king is in fear of how Jared’s advanced technology might adversely affect their world. Jared is imprisoned and sentenced to death.

Aaronia must somehow prevent Jared’s execution. And the two of them must find a way to save the people of Sionon from their forced execution by a dying planet.
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  1. Book 1 of 2
    Planet of the Red Dust
  2. Print length
    264 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    WiDo Publishing
  5. Publication date
    June 6, 2017
  6. Dimensions
    5.5 x 0.63 x 8.5 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    1937178870
  8. ISBN-13
    978-1937178871
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ WiDo Publishing (June 6, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 264 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1937178870
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1937178871
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.63 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 52 ratings

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Norma T. Rudolph

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Norma Tolman Rudolph, was born and raised in the wilds of Wyoming where she spent far too much time alone as a child making up silly day dreams in her head.

She served a mission for her church, got a degree from Brigham Young University in fine arts, married a sculptor and then realized that two artists of that variety in one family were too many, so she turned her art into words. Finally, she learned that the cure for living in her head was to put those crazy things onto paper.

She still lives in the prettiest part of Wyoming, has three beautiful daughters, and the amazing sculptor husband, who works hard and lets her stay home to tell her stories.

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Bill Schindler
5.0 out of 5 stars The Dying Planet
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2022
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A spaceship from Earth crashs on a distant planet called Sion, killing all of the small crew except for a scientist named Jared. 2 people rush to see what caused the bright light they had observed, one the daughter of the King. The king imprisons Jared out of fear, though for his daughter and Jared, it was love at first site. He learns their language, avoids being put to death, and marries the King’s daughter. From this point on, Jared evolves to become a man revered for the knowledge he brings to a planet which is dying and becomes the savior of the people of a planet of red dust. A fascinating story by Mrs Rudolph that I believe you will enjoy
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ParaPapJr
4.0 out of 5 stars A Good Read of Hope and Strength
Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2020
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The Story is a good read, but could've gone into a bit more detail and described the characters a bit more. The message is clear that we may all be one people just in different locations needing saving from something. The adage that it "takes a village" may yet be true and very real.
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Clydene Franklin
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read
Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2023
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I love science fiction stories. I also love the gospel and the way this author combines both. It was a feel good read. I had a hard time putting it down.
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Richard Sutton
5.0 out of 5 stars A gripping, revealing read!
Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2017
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As a long-time fan of Speculative Fiction, I'm always glad to see a new title in a scifi setting from a respected author. Rudolph's new novel sets a new standard for combining accessible, human conflict and emotion with an interstellar, alien landscape. The lone survivor of an interplanetary discovery voyage which has crashed on a dry planet thought to contain no life, struggles to survive. His futility wears at him. But the story unfolds as he is confronted with the remnants of an ancient race who have managed to cling to their dying planet. The tale has profound implications for the culture of love and family as well as our own origins. The desperation of an entire people and their innovative attempts to adjust to the devastation that a sudden change of climate has forced, are very revealing. In addition, this is a real page turner with characters I cared about and felt I knew. Discovering that there is a sequel in the works was very good news.
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Debra S.
5.0 out of 5 stars A unique and interesting story you won't be able to put down.
Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2017
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I love creative and original stories. This book was one of a kind and very imaginative. I was hooked on page one and stayed hooked to the last page. I find some fantasy books get caught up in details that drag the story. In this book we learn about an alien race. How and where they live and the astronaut that has crash landed there. The social structure, government, and surroundings though complex are told in a way that flows with the story line and made it thoroughly enjoyable. The story stands alone but I will be glad to hear of another book that continues this story line.
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Lynette H. Kelley
5.0 out of 5 stars but I LOVED Norma's book
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2017
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My turn for a book review: I read a lot of books, and I haven't read fiction, or science fiction, for probably decades...but I LOVED Norma's book! I read it almost straight through in the last two days...couldn't wait to get back to it. I found it DELIGHTFUL...best word I can think of. So many types and shadows going on in there, that are familiar and wonderful to me. Now I want some good artists to paint the pictures behind her excellent descriptive scenes and people. And it would make a great movie to boot! Carry on Norma! What a Woman!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Refreshing and Unique
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2017
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Really enjoyed this book. Easy to read and storyline was solid and packaged well. As others wrote, it is unique which for me was refreshing.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Space travel to other planets
Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2020
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Not my usual reading, however as it was written by a relative, I did read it. I enjoyed it and have read all of her book. Would recommend it to any one who enjoys stories about super powers and far away places!
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