Release date is 2023-04-13

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"Star Bright" by Bryce Walton is a science fiction novel penned in the early 1950s. The book explores themes of personal reality versus artificial dreams, set against a backdrop of a dystopian future where society is regulated by Personology, a system that enforces emotional suppression and enforces structured fantasy through Sensory Shows as a form of entertainment. The narrative centers on Andy Brooks, a disillusioned Worker who yearns for genuine connection and love, challenging societal norms to seek out the actress of his dreams, Glora Delar. The story follows Andy Brooks as he grapples with his feelings for the actress Glora Delar, feeling trapped by his mundane existence and his ugly marriage. After a deep-seated desire to escape the confines of his dream-filled fantasies and the brutal reality he faces, Andy commits a desperate act that alters his life forever. He sneaks onto a moon rocket, launching him into the glamorous yet hollow world of Studio City, home to the very stars he idolizes. However, upon encountering Glora in person, Andy's ideals are shattered as he confronts the painful realization that the dreams he has chased are merely illusions, as actors are revealed to be hollow representations devoid of human warmth or recognition. In the end, he finds himself caught in the complexities of dreams, reality, and the inherent emptiness of both, leading to a poignant conclusion that reflects on the true nature of love and human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Originally published: United States: Columbia Publications, Inc., 1951