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Elysium Fire

By Alastair Reynolds
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In Elysium Fire by Alastair Reynolds, the story unfolds in a futuristic world where Inspector Dreyfus must unravel the mystery of sudden deaths occurring across the Glitter Band, a cluster of technological habitats. As these deaths rise, Dreyfus and his team race against time to solve the enigma while facing a new, elusive adversary threatening the stability of their society. The narrative combines detective intrigue with rich science fiction elements, set in a vividly imagined universe.
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This book may appeal to you if you're intrigued by gripping sci-fi mysteries set in a richly detailed future. You'll enjoy diving into a world where advanced technology and complex socio-political dynamics unfold against the backdrop of a thrilling investigation. Fans of compelling character development and high-stakes plots are likely to find this novel captivating.

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A brilliant new mystery from the author of THE PREFECT. Featuring Inspector Dreyfus - one of Alastair Reynolds most popular characters - this is a fast paced SF crime story, combining a futuristic setting with a gripping tale of technology, revolution and revenge.

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Featuring Inspector Dreyfus, one of Alastair Reynolds' most popular characters, Elysium Fire is a fast-paced SF crime story that combines a futuristic setting with a gripping tale of technology, revolution, and revenge.

One citizen died a fortnight ago. Two a week ago. Four died yesterday... and unless the cause can be found—and stopped—within the next four months, everyone will be dead. For the Prefects, the hunt for a silent, hidden killer is on.

Alastair Reynolds returns to the world of The Prefect for this stand-alone SF mystery in which no one is safe. The technological implants that connect every citizen have become murder weapons, and no one knows who or what the killer is—or who the next targets will be. Their reach is spreading, and time is not on the Prefects' side.

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Elysium Fire, written by Alastair Reynolds, is praised for its compelling narrative and ambitious scope, encapsulating themes such as revelation and redemption. Recognised as a maestro of space opera, Reynolds skilfully balances complexity and intrigue, delivering a well-paced story infused with rare optimism in the science fiction genre.

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ISBN: 9780575090613

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 November 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 432

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About the Author

Alastair Reynolds was born in Barry, South Wales, in 1966. He studied at Newcastle and St Andrews Universities and has a Ph.D. in astronomy. He stopped working as an astrophysicist for the European Space Agency to become a full-time writer. REVELATION SPACE, PUSHING ICE and HOUSE OF SUNS were shortlisted for the ARTHUR C. CLARKE AWARD; REVELATION SPACE, ABSOLUTION GAP, DIAMOND DOGS and CENTURY RAIN were shortlisted for the BRITISH SCIENCE FICTION AWARD and CHASM CITY won the BRITISH SCIENCE FICTION AWARD.

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