When Alex Benedict, interstellar dealer of antiquities, examines a seemingly unremarkable artefact, he is convinced it is from the infamous Seeker - a transport ship which fled the religious dictatorship in 27th century America. With the help of his pilot, Chase Kolpath, he follows a deadly trail to the Seeker, now strangely adrift in a system barren of habitable worlds. But their discovery raises far more questions than it answers, drawing Alex and Chase into the very heart of danger.
Read MoreThe logical heir to Isaac Asimov and Arthur C. Clarke - Stephen KingA marvellously constructed novel. If McDevitt never writes another word, his reputation is assured - Science Fiction ChronicleDelivers everything it promises with a gigantic wallop - Publisher's WeeklyCombines hard science fiction with mystery and adventure in a wild tour of the distant future. Stellar plotting, engaging characters, and a mastery of storytelling (starred review) - Library JournalFeatures personal drama as well as fast-paced action. Combines hard science fiction with superb storytelling - Library JournalThe pleasures of a McDevitt tale lie as much in the telling as in the springing of the climax - LocusThe logical heir to Isaac Asimov and Arthur C. Clarke - Stephen KingA marvellously constructed novel. If McDevitt never writes another word, his reputation is assured - Science Fiction Chronicle