Zero World: A Novel

ISBN: 0553391283

Author: Hough, Jason M.

Condition: New

Published in rapid succession, Jason M. Houghs first three novels, The Darwin Elevator, The Exodus Towers, and The Plague Forge, earned mountains of praise and comparisons to such authors as James S. A. Corey and John Scalzi. Now Hough returns with a riveting near-future spy thriller that combines the adrenaline of a high-octane James Bond adventure with mind-blowing sci-fi speculations worthy of Christopher Nolans Inception.Technologically enhanced superspy Peter Caswell has been dispatched on a top-secret assignment unlike any hes ever faced. A spaceship that vanished years ago has been found, along with the bodies of its murdered crew-save one. Peters mission is to find the missing crew member, who fled through what appears to be a tear in the fabric of space. Beyond this mysterious doorway lies an even more confounding reality: a world that seems to be Earths twin.Peter discovers that this mirrored world is indeed different from his home, and far more dangerous. Cut off from all support, and with only days to complete his operation, Peter must track his quarry alone on an alien world. But hes unprepared for what awaits on the planets surface, where his skills will be put to the ultimate test-and everything he knows about the universe will be challenged in ways he never could have imagined.Includes the complete bonus novella The Dire Earth, a prequel to the bestselling sci-fi adventure The Darwin Elevator.Praise for Zero WorldThis is sci-fi writing at its best. I couldnt put the book down.-Felicia Day, author of Youre Never Weird on the Internet (Almost)An enjoyable read . . . Expect minor whiplash from the frenetic pace.-Entertainment Weekly[A] science fiction [novel that] smashes The Bourne Identity together with The End of Eternity to create a thrilling action rampage that confirms Hough as an important new voice in genre fiction.-Publishers Weekly (starred review)No one has created a multiverse like Jason Hough does in Zero World. Imagine Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind meets James Bond.-New York Journal of BooksA fast-paced cinematic novel full of action . . . Story, character, world building, action-all points are firing on all cylinders here.-BookreporterHough has combined all the ingredients of a first-rate sci-fi thriller.-Kirkus ReviewsOne hell of an entertaining read. Hough continues to deliver white-knuckle books anchored by unusual and fascinating characters. Zero World is a giant cup of pure badassery that secures his place among the finest sci-fi action writers today.-Kevin Hearne, New York Times bestselling author of the Iron Druid ChroniclesA high-octane blend of science fiction and mystery, Zero World is a thrill ride that shoots you out of a cannon and doesnt let up until the very last page.-Wesley Chu, author of Time SalvagerWarning: Do not pick up this book if there is anything else you need to do.-Brian Staveley, author of the Emperors Blades seriesI just finished Zero World and theres only one thing I need to know: How long must I wait for the sequel!?-Raymond Benson, former James Bond novelist and author of the Black Stiletto series