Beacon 23

Name: Beacon 23
Brand: William Morrow & Company
SKU: 9780544839632
Price: 60.0 NZD
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The Complete Novel

By Hugh Howey

3.91

( 21,053 ratings, 1,653 reviews)

Summary

Beacon 23 by Hugh Howey is set in a universe where beacons guide spaceships safely through the cosmos. The story follows a war veteran tasked with maintaining one of these beacons, exploring themes of isolation, duty, and the psychological scars of war. As the protagonist grapples with his past, unexpected events test his resilience and the boundaries of his sanity.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to introspective science fiction that explores loneliness, duty, and the human psyche in deep space. Set on a solitary space beacon, it delves into a character's personal struggle while maintaining an intimate and thought-provoking narrative. Its blend of psychological exploration with the vastness of interstellar themes makes it a compelling read for fans of character-driven stories.

Beacon 23

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NOW A SERIES ON MGM+ FEATURING LENA HEADEY AND STEPHAN JAMES

From the author of THE SILO SERIES comes a thrilling space adventure that Locus calls "a raw exploration of what it means to really be a human and why that matters," following a man struggling to keep the darkness at bay in the wake of a devastating war.

For centuries, men and women have manned lighthouses to ensure the safe passage of ships. It is a lonely job, and a thankless one for the most part. Until something goes wrong. Until a ship is in distress. In the twenty-third century, this job has moved into outer space. A network of beacons allows ships to travel safely across the Milky Way at many times the speed of light.

These beacons are built to be robust. They never break down. They never fail.

At least, they aren't supposed to.

With Beacon 23, bestselling author Hugh Howey delivers white-knuckle suspense with aliens, war, and madness all combining in a story of one man's battle against the solitary blackness of space.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Beacon 23 by Hugh Howey has been described as an engaging sci-fi novel featuring a solitary protagonist stationed on a lighthouse in space. Reviews often highlight the book's unique perspective on loneliness and mental health amid a backdrop of interstellar danger. Readers generally appreciate the blend of humour and existential reflection, noting its thought-provoking narrative and character depth.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780544839632

Publisher: William Morrow & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 February 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: William Morrow & Company

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 204g

Pages: 256

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About the Author

Hugh Howey is the New York Times and USA Today bestsell-ing author of the Silo Series: Wool, Shift, and Dust; Beacon 23; Sand; Half Way Home; and Machine Learning. His works have been translated into more than forty languages and have sold millions of copies world-wide. Adapted from his bestselling sci-fi trilogy, Silo is now streaming on Apple TV+ and Beacon 23 is streaming on MGM+. Howey lives in New York with his wife, Shay.