Paradise-1

A terrifying survival horror set in deep space
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Paradise-1 by David Wellington is a gripping tale set in a distant future where a team of astronauts is sent to investigate a seemingly utopian colony on a remote planet. Upon arrival, they find that contact with the colony has been mysteriously lost. The story unfolds as the crew delves into the eerie silence, uncovering secrets that challenge their understanding of paradise and survival.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by a gripping tale of sci-fi horror set amidst the vastness of space. This story blends suspense and cosmic mystery, inviting you to explore a remote colony where something unimaginably sinister unfolds. Fans of tense, atmospheric narratives filled with unexpected twists will find this a compelling read.

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Paradise-1

Paradise-1 begins a terrifying new trilogy of survival and exploration in deep space, where intense action and creeping horror collide for a nerve-shredding reading experience

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ENDLESS DARK. ENDLESS TERROR.

Paradise-1. Earth's first deep space colony. For thousands of colonists, it was an opportunity for a new life.

Until it went dark. No communication has been received from the colony for months.

It falls to Firewatch Agent Alexandra Petrova and the crew of the Artemis to investigate.

What they find is more horrifying than they could have imagined.

Paradise-1 begins a terrifying new trilogy of survival and exploration in deep space, from Clarke Award-nominated author David Wellington.

'A captivating, eerie story with such engaging characters you won't want to say goodbye at the end' – S. A. Barnes, author of Dead Silence

'Wellington skillfully combines hard sci-fi worldbuilding with tense mystery . . . Readers will be on the edges of their seats' – Publishers Weekly (starred review)

'Intensely creepy worldbuilding' – Library Journal

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David Wellington's Paradise-1 is praised for its seamless blend of hard sci-fi worldbuilding and intriguing mystery, creating a gripping space thriller. Reviews highlight Wellington's ability to craft vivid descriptions and tense, engaging action sequences. The book is noted for its well-developed characters and original, creepy elements, keeping readers both thrilled and emotionally invested.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780356518220

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 124.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 475g

Pages: 704

About the Author

David Wellington is an acclaimed author who has previously published over twenty novels in different genres. His novel The Last Astronaut was shortlisted for the Arthur C. Clarke Award.

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