Michael Merrett

Plaatu's Return Michael Merrett

"Plaatu's Return" It has been fifty years since Plaatu first visited Earth and delivered his dire warning that we end our aggressive ways. Humanity foolishly chose to ignore his warning. Now he has returned. Only this time, he is not alone! Inspired by the script to the classic 1951film "The Day the Earth Stood Still", prepare yourself for another rousing adventure starring this extraordinary extraterrestrial. Plaatu is instructed to return to Earth and address our planet's refusal to refrain from continuing to build bigger and more devastating weapons. Our celestial neighbors fear that we could someday pose a threat to their existence in the event humanity begins to explore beyond its solar system. This time around, Plaatu decides to approach his mission in a slightly different manner. He chooses to be a bit more discreet upon first contact after being shot at during his first visit. His plan goes terribly awry however and he is forced to employ the help of some unlikely Earthly inhabitants who just happened to be out for a leisurely camping trip in the woods. These colorful and close knit friends have no idea that there are other alien species involved who covet the Earth and will go to any lengths to re-colonize it. They can't do this without eradicating our species and as the story develops, the tension builds as Plaatu and his new found friends feverishly rush to stop them before they are successful in their attempts to incite a full-fledged world war. Early reviews have called this "a rousingly fun read" and "a first-rate sequel to a great script". For anyone who enjoyed the original film, this action-packed adventure is guaranteed not to disappoint. Plaatu and his robot side kick will leave you on the edge of your seat!