What if the mission was never just about the planet? A pair of alien operatives from the planet Xylodon, now fugitives on two worlds, find themselves drawn into the orbit of nationalist militias and human trafficking. This second genre-blending installment in the Terran Icognita series fuses satire, sci-fi, and social commentary into a wildly original tale of identity, rebellion, and connection. What happens when your mission changes, but your heart won’t follow orders?
Book Two in the Terran Incognita Series
What if the mission was never just about the planet?
In their latest adventure, Anton and Ellie—two former Centurion Guardians from the planet Xylodon—find themselves investigating the seamier side of America from nationalist militias in the woods of Idaho to human trafficking as they navigate the trauma of love, loss, and betrayal in both human and alien forms. Left is Right is a genre-bending novel that fuses speculative fiction, political drama, dark humor, and human vulnerability into one unforgettable journey. Whether it’s Ellie—now a third-grade teacher in Mississippi struggling with Earth’s cruelty—or Anton, entangled in overlapping identities and off-world consequences, the characters here are richly drawn and beautifully flawed. Irreverent yet profound, the second installment in the Terran Incognita series asks: Can two aliens find meaning in a fractured planet? In a world where directions seem upside down—left becomes right, allies become enemies, and rebels become protectors—is there still room for hope? And can a Buc-ee’s be seen from space? A dazzling combination of satire, science fiction, and social commentary, Left is Right is for readers who love complex storytelling, unexpected twists, and questions that stay with them long after the last page.
Category: Science Fiction
Publication Date: March 17, 2026
ISBN (Paper): 978-1-965766-40-8
ISBN (Ebook): 978-1-965766-41-5
Pages: 264
Trim size: 6 x 9
Megan Dabney, multimedia journalist and editor“The way this book immediately captures and keeps one’s attention is astonishing. Similar to Book One, Left is Right, sheds light on another dark, evil issue that is happening right before our eyes. However, in this book, the victims actually get justice. You'd better grab some popcorn, because you won’t be able to put this book down.”
Jason Morris, journalist“If you’re feeling lost in today’s political and cultural shifts, jump into this adventure, where the characters take on the dark forces and shed a special light on how to seek the truth and get justice. Paul McGrath weaves a compelling story from today’s headlines that’s a modern search for truth, justice, and the American way. It’s Buc-ee’s fan fiction with things the store doesn’t offer — romance, aliens and Jon Hamm!”
Megan Dabney, multimedia journalist and editor“The way this book immediately captures and keeps one’s attention is astonishing. Similar to Book One, Left is Right, sheds light on another dark, evil issue that is happening right before our eyes. However, in this book, the victims actually get justice. You'd better grab some popcorn, because you won’t be able to put this book down.”
Jason Morris, journalist“If you’re feeling lost in today’s political and cultural shifts, jump into this adventure, where the characters take on the dark forces and shed a special light on how to seek the truth and get justice. Paul McGrath weaves a compelling story from today’s headlines that’s a modern search for truth, justice, and the American way. It’s Buc-ee’s fan fiction with things the store doesn’t offer — romance, aliens and Jon Hamm!”
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