‘The Extraterrestrial’

Inspiration

(Note from Peter)

Writing my debut novel, The Extraterrestrial, began as an experiment. Having previously authored several works on scientific subjects, I was curious to discover whether I could successfully craft a novel. I chose a theme and storyline that I, as a reader, would find compelling if another author had explored them. The first draft took about fourteen weeks to complete, and the process exceeded my expectations. What made those weeks especially exhilarating was the creative freedom of shaping characters, their interactions, and the unfolding plot—an experience entirely different from writing a scientific text.

The idea for The Extraterrestrial grew out of my desire to imagine what might happen if someone could aid the police in fighting crime with extraordinary abilities: the power to become invisible and the means to travel at extreme speeds in an advanced aircraft. While such abilities may sound far-fetched, they are closer to reality than many assume. As I’ve discussed elsewhere on this site, research into invisibility technology is steadily progressing, and the design of aircraft capable of astonishing speeds through unconventional propulsion systems is not beyond plausibility. It seemed only natural that the being endowed with such powers should be an extraterrestrial.

I envisioned my protagonist as a sensitive, compassionate man—someone who instinctively puts others first. He also needed to be drawn to women with charm and a captivating smile. One of the novel’s central themes explores his inner conflict: balancing his growing feelings for such a woman with the need to keep his identity and origins hidden. This emotional tension weaves human vulnerability into the fabric of an extraordinary life, deepening the story and giving it resonance beyond the adventure itself.