Orbus

In the continuation of the Spatterjay series, Captain Orbus is on the run from the Prador Vrell, who have mutated him into something more dangerous. He is hunted by the Prador King, who seeks to kill him to bury the secret of their similar transformations. Orbus and Vrell clash in the Graveyard, a lawless zone where the Prador have seized a key space station. Earth commands Orbus to destroy the station, but their actions will awaken an intelligence that annihilated civilizations.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 29 November 2018
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Captain Orbus embarks on another thrilling adventure in Neal Asher's high-octane science fiction series, Spatterjay. The stage is set for a gripping confrontation as a cold war escalates into a white-hot conflict. Desperate to escape the violent planet, Captain Orbus commandeers a ship, setting off on a perilous journey. However, his alien enemy, the Prador Vrell, is not far behind. The Spatterjay virus has mutated the Prador Vrell into a formidable adversary, and he is relentlessly hunting the Prador King, who seeks to kill him and bury the secret of their similar transformations.

The climax of the story takes place in the Graveyard, a lawless zone where the Prador have taken control of a crucial space station. The fate of peace hangs in the balance, as any official action by humanity or the Prador would ignite a devastating war that has lasted for centuries. Earth, facing this imminent threat, orders Captain Orbus to destroy the station. However, the King has his own plans, and he recruits a monster to exterminate the Prador Vrell. As they carry out their missions, they unknowingly awaken an ancient intelligence that has been dormant for millions of years. This intelligence is not only powerful but also malevolent, and it has the potential to annihilate civilizations.

The story unfolds with a sense of urgency and suspense, as Captain Orbus and the Prador Vrell engage in a fierce battle for control of the space station. The stakes are high, and the consequences of their actions could be catastrophic. As the intelligence stirs and grows more powerful, the characters are forced to confront their own fears and limitations, and they must find a way to stop it before it is too late.

In conclusion, Orbus continues the adventure of Captain Orbus in Neal Asher's Spatterjay series, taking readers on a thrilling journey through a world of science fiction and intrigue. With a gripping plot, complex characters, and a suspenseful climax, this book is sure to captivate fans of the genre and leave them eagerly anticipating the next installment in the series.

Weight: 306g
Dimension: 198 x 148 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509868452