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First Town Sci-Fi Novel - Ipswich Town News

TWTD Message Boarder David Francis has written what he believes is the first sci-fi novel ever to include references to Ipswich Town. David's new book, The Alpha Protocols, was published by AuthorHouse last month.

The Alpha Protocols is the story of how the United Kingdom responds to an invasion by an alien species.

Based in Suffolk, the Alpha Team provide the front line response leading the defence of our country. Working with the Department of Planetary Defence in the United States, the Alpha Team, led by Dave Hunt and Lucy Tyler, work towards saving the human race.

In the course of their investigations, Dave, a Town fan, takes Lucy to a match at Portman Road, the Blues beating Leeds United 2-1. While watching the game, they realise that a grouping of 30,000 people poses a real issue when trying to fight an alien virus, should someone decide to use a sports gathering as a method of infection.

David guarantees that there is no appearance by Robert Earnshaw at any point during his book.

If you want to find out more about The Alpha Protocols or fancy buying a copy, visit the TWTD Media Store or the book's own website.

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