"The Starcrossed" by Ben Bova🖌️📚

"The Starcrossed" by Ben Bova🖌️📚

is a satirical science fiction novel that offers a humorous critique of the television and entertainment industry. The story is set in a near future where a visionary producer is trying to create a revolutionary television show using a new, immersive technology called "feelies," which allows viewers to fully experience the emotions and sensations of the characters.
The protagonist, a science fiction writer named Jim Starcross, gets pulled into the chaotic production of this groundbreaking show. Along the way, he encounters absurd studio politics, eccentric personalities, and the pitfalls of trying to innovate in a highly commercialized and often irrational world. The novel mixes sharp social commentary with witty observations on the clash between creative vision and corporate interests.