Color Blind

"Color Blind" by Charles A. Stearns is a science fiction tale about a young woman, Sukey Jones, navigating a society on Venus consumed by beauty. Sukey, initially a counter girl, finds herself working as a maid for the wealthy Althea Campbell, who is enthralled by the legend of the rainbow gardens. As Althea relentlessly chases beauty, Sukey's life takes a sharp turn. When she is unexpectedly locked away, Harry Thurbley, a compassionate space pilot and Sukey’s friend, sets out to rescue her. His rescue mission turns into a much larger revelation as he sees the dangers of extreme beauty standards and the pain they create. Readers will see this science fiction story show how society's obsession with looks can overshadow true connections and self-worth.