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Mary Anonymous

    Mary Anonymous is a Victorian science fiction and classic fantasy novel by Bryce Walton. Readers will find themes of Sabotage.

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    It is in the public domain in the United States and free to read on Project Gutenberg.

    About Mary Anonymous

    "Mary Anonymous" by Bryce Walton is a science fiction novel written during the early 1950s. Set in a future where Earth is at war with Martians, the story follows Mary, a seemingly sweet girl with a dark purpose connected to advanced scientific experimentation and manipulation. The narrative explores themes of identity, agency, and the consequences of War through the lens of interspatial conflict. The plot centers around Mary, who, having been subjected to painful modifications and control by Martians, finds herself trapped between obeying commands and her longing for freedom. As a deadly rocket aimed at Mars prepares for launch, Mary secretly plots to sabotage it, executing a mission that results in tragedy and chaos. Despite her innocence and the love she once shared with her "Daddy Mike," she becomes a fascinating instrument of destruction. Her struggle against external control culminates in a frantic escape and a desperate plea for understanding, ultimately reflecting on themes of autonomy and the horrific implications of altering sentient beings for warfare.
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    Themes, setting & tropes

    Genres

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    • Science fiction
    • War stories
    • Psychological fiction
    • Sabotage

    Quick answers

    Who wrote Mary Anonymous?

    Mary Anonymous was written by Bryce Walton.

    What genre is Mary Anonymous?

    It is usually shelved as Victorian Science Fiction and Classic Fantasy.

    Is Mary Anonymous free to read?

    Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.

    What books are similar to Mary Anonymous?

    Readers who like it often enjoy The war of the worlds, The Big Time and I, Mars.

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