Vulcan's Forge

Vulcan's Forge is a compelling journey into a fascinating future, combining intriguing speculation on social development and human nature with a richly realized, techno-noir future. Jason Kessler rebels against the society of Nocturnia, throwing himself into an illicit and dangerous affair with Pamela Guest.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 26 March 2020
Publisher: Flame Tree Publishing

Vulcan's Forge is a captivating expedition into an enthralling future that seamlessly blends captivating speculation on social evolution and human nature with a vividly realized, techno-noir landscape. Brian Trent, the author of Ten Thousand Thunders, has crafted a tale that defies conventional societal norms and delves into the depths of human nature. Jason Kessler, a resident of Nocturnia, the sole colony that has managed to survive the catastrophic destruction of Earth, finds himself at odds with the society's rigid adherence to a distorted vision of mid-twentieth-century Americana, its sexually repressive culture, and the overwhelming expectation that his primary responsibility lies in marriage and procreation. In a rebellious act against these societal constraints, Jason embarks on an illicit and perilous affair with Pamela Guest, a woman who harbors a secret of her own. As their relationship intensifies, they find themselves entangled in a deadly game of cat and mouse, pitted against the enigmatic underworld head of the colony and the revelations Jason uncovers. These discoveries not only shatter everything Jason believed to be true about Nocturnia and its obsessions but also expose dangers that extend far beyond its borders, unveiling a sinister world that challenges the very foundations of human existence.

FLAME TREE PRESS, the new fiction imprint of Flame Tree Publishing, was launched in 2018 with the mission of bringing together brilliant new authors and the more established, as well as award-winning and exciting, original voices. The list aims to showcase a diverse range of literary works that push boundaries, explore uncharted territories, and offer readers a fresh and captivating perspective on the world of fiction.

Weight: 274g
Dimension: 219 x 127 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781787583986
Edition number: New ed