NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
Jason M. Hough's pulse-pounding debut combines the drama, swagger, and
vivid characters of Joss Whedon's Firefly with the talent of sci-fi
author John Scalzi.
In the mid-23rd century, Darwin, Australia, stands as the last human
city on Earth. The world has succumbed to an alien plague, with most of
the population transformed into mindless, savage creatures. The planet's
refugees flock to Darwin, where a space elevator--created by the
architects of this apocalypse, the Builders--emits a plague-suppressing
aura.
Skyler Luiken has a rare immunity to the plague. Backed by an
international crew of fellow "immunes," he leads missions into the
dangerous wasteland beyond the aura's edge to find the resources Darwin
needs to stave off collapse. But when the Elevator starts to
malfunction, Skyler is tapped--along with the brilliant scientist, Dr.
Tania Sharma--to solve the mystery of the failing alien technology and
save the ragged remnants of humanity.
Praise for The Darwin Elevator
"A hell of a fun book."--James S. A. Corey, New York Times
bestselling author of Abaddon's Gate
"[Jason M.] Hough's first novel combines the rapid-fire action and
memorable characters associated with Joss Whedon's short-lived
Firefly TV series with the accessibility and scientific acumen of
[James S. A.] Corey's 'Expanse' series."--Library Journal
(starred review)
"The best part about alien stories is their mystery, and Jason Hough
understands that like no other. Full of compelling characters and
thick with tension, The Darwin Elevator delivers both despair and
hope along with a gigantic dose of wonder. It's a brilliant debut,
and Hough can take my money whenever he writes anything from now
on."--Kevin Hearne, New York Times bestselling author of The Iron
Druid Chronicles
"Newcomer Hough displays a talent for imaginative plotting and realistic
dialogue, and the brisk pacing and cliffhanger ending will keep
readers enthralled and eagerly awaiting the next
installment."--Publishers Weekly
"Jason M. Hough does a great job with this huge story. The world of
Darwin and the Elevator is deliciously complex and satisfying. Skyler,
Tania, and all the other characters are delightfully drawn and fun to
spend time with. . . . The story unfolds with just the right balance
of high adventure, espionage, humor, and emotional truth. . . . As
soon as you finish, you'll want more."--Analog
"A debut novel unlike any other . . . This is something special.
Something iconic. The Darwin Elevator is full of majesty and wonder,
mystery and mayhem, colorful characters and insidious schemes."--SF
Signal
"Fun, action-packed and entertaining . . . a sure contender for
science fiction debut of the year!"--Pat's Fantasy Hotlist
"Claustrophobic, intense, and satisfying . . . I couldn't put this book
down. The Darwin Elevator depicts a terrifying world, suspends it from
a delicate thread, and forces you to read with held breath as you
anticipate the inevitable fall."--Hugh Howey, New York Times
bestselling author of Wool