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Celestial M.D. Lachlan

Celestial By M.D. Lachlan

Celestial by M.D. Lachlan

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Summary

An alternative history set during the heyday of the space race. Combining cerebral science fiction with popular history, this is a remarkable examination of empathy and what it means to be human.

Celestial Summary

Celestial: An alternative history set at the height of the space race by M.D. Lachlan

1977.
THE SPACE RACE IS FAR FROM OVER.

Ziggy Da Luca is a linguist recruited by NASA for reasons she can't quite fathom. After seeing the video they've intercepted, it becomes clear her work is far more central to their plans than she realised.

Sent to the moon to investigate a hatch discovered by the Russians, Ziggy faces challenges she's never trained for. Seen by some as a liability, she must contend with her own crew as well as the Russian cosmonauts, as everyone races to uncover the hatch's mystery.

What she finds there is beyond anything she could imagine. The future of humankind could be changed for ever. The only question is whether she'll make it home to tell her story.

An alternative history set during the heyday of the space race. Combining cerebral science fiction with popular history, this is a remarkable examination of empathy and what it means to be human.

Here's what people have to say about Celestial:

'A cracking story, with great characters, great writing, and (obviously!) a great setting' Netgalley reviewer,

Celestial Reviews

I loved Celestial . . . addictively readable: good central mystery, cleverly extended; well-drawn characters, a brisk exciting narration . . . taut and tense and absorbing all the way through * Adam Roberts, author of The This *
Fast-paced, exciting and full of mystery, this lunar-based novel explores deep questions regarding religion, meaning, and the nature of reality itself * Liz Williams, author of Banner of Souls *
For a science fiction reader looking for a modern feeling novel, but with a nod to some classic sci fi pondering, Celestial is a book that will scratch that itch * SF Book *
Enter a brilliantly conceived extraterrestial wonderland . . . Celestial is a visionary escapade redolant of Arthur C. Clarke's Rendezvous with Rama * The Times *
A first-contact story with more than just a cold war twist . . . all plot threads are pulled together to a satisfying and enlightening conclusion * SciFiNow *
A refreshing change from the usual macho adventure story, one more about inner than outer space * The Guardian *
A story that is not what you expect, nor one you can you predict * SFF World *

About M.D. Lachlan

M.D. Lachlan is the pseudonym of a successful mainstream fiction and non-fiction writer. A one-time stand-up comedian, he also writes for the Guardian. He was born in Coventry and now lives with his wife and children in Brighton.

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GOR013267861
9780575115255
0575115254
Celestial: An alternative history set at the height of the space race by M.D. Lachlan
M.D. Lachlan
Used - Like New
Paperback
Orion Publishing Co
20221103
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
The book has been read, but looks new. The book cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket is included if applicable. No missing or damaged pages, no tears, possible very minimal creasing, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins

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