Ninth Metal: The Comet Cycle Book 1

Stephen King's The Ninth Metal is a thrilling, engrossing novel that follows the discovery of a precious substance more valuable than gold in a dying mining town. The book combines elements of dystopia, sci-fi, and apocalypse and is praised for its exceptional writing and ability to blow open the core of humanity's dark heart.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 10 June 2021
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Stephen King's novel "The Ninth Metal" is a captivating and thought-provoking story that takes readers on a journey through a world of science fiction, dystopia, and apocalypse. The comet Cain, discovered by astronomer Cain, passes 500,000 miles from Earth, sparing it from planetary destruction and granting a breathtaking light show. However, one year later, Earth is struck by a meteor storm, causing widespread destruction, including the annihilation of a small town called Northfall, Minnesota.

At the center of the story is Benjamin Percy, an award-winning novelist, celebrated comic books writer, and author of the Wolverine podcast. Percy's novel "The Ninth Metal" is the first in a cycle of novels set in a shared universe. The novel explores themes of humanity, greed, and the consequences of scientific advancements.

One of the standout features of "The Ninth Metal" is its exceptional writing. King's prose is vivid and descriptive, allowing readers to fully immerse themselves in the world of the novel. The characters are well-developed and relatable, with their motivations and struggles making them feel like real people.

The plot of "The Ninth Metal" is intricate and suspenseful, with multiple storylines and subplots that keep readers engaged and guessing. The discovery of the Ninth Metal, a substance more precious than gold, sets off a chain of events that leads to a battle for control over it. The novel also explores the consequences of scientific advancements, such as the impact of climate change and the potential for artificial intelligence to surpass human intelligence.

"The Ninth Metal" has received widespread praise from critics and readers alike. Margaret Stohl, the No. 1 New York Times bestselling author, praised Percy's extraordinary and unrelenting eye, describing him as the Elmore Leonard of rural Minnesota or the Stephen King of Science Fiction. Marlon James, the Booker Prize-winning author of "Black Leopard, Red Wolf," praised Percy's ability to blow open the core of humanity's dark heart.

In conclusion, "The Ninth Metal" is a must-read for fans of science fiction, dystopia, and apocalypse. Stephen King's exceptional writing and thought-provoking plot make this novel a captivating and engaging experience. Whether you choose to think of him as the Elmore Leonard of rural Minnesota or the Stephen King of Science Fiction, Percy's extraordinary and unrelenting eye dishes up humanity like some kind of otherworldly blue plate special, at once deeply familiar and wildly new.

Weight: 378g
Dimension: 154 x 232 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781473690073