The Apollo Murders

Book 1 in the Apollo Murders Series
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The Apollo Murders by Chris Hadfield is a gripping crime thriller set in the high-stakes environment of 1973 space exploration. The story follows a top-secret NASA mission to the moon that turns deadly when a brutal murder occurs onboard, prompting a tense investigation. Against the backdrop of Cold War tensions, the crew must solve the mystery while navigating the dangerous void of space.
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This gripping thriller, authored by an acclaimed astronaut, will captivate you if you enjoy a unique mix of space exploration and intense mystery. Set against the backdrop of the 1970s space race, it combines authentic details with a high-stakes plot, making it perfect for enthusiasts of both crime and space adventure.

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The Apollo Murders

Internationally bestselling astronaut Chris Hadfield is back with an exceptional Cold War thriller from the dark heart of the Space Race. Soon to be a major TV series from Altitude and SS's Balboa Productions.

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THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER An exceptional Cold War thriller from the dark heart of the Space Race, by astronaut and New York Times bestselling author Chris Hadfield

'An exciting journey to an alternate past' – Andy Weir, author of The Martian

'Nail-biting' – James Cameron, writer and director of Avatar and Titanic

'Not to be missed' – Frederick Forsyth, author of The Day of the Jackal

'Explosive' – Gregg Hurwitz, author of Orphan X

'Exciting, authentic' – Linwood Barclay, author of Find You First

'[A] stellar thrill ride' – Chris Holm, author of The Killing Kind

'Gripping' – John Verdon, author of the Dave Gurney series

'Relentlessly exciting' – Stephen Mack Jones, author of August Snow

1973: a final, top-secret mission to the Moon. Three astronauts in a tiny module, a quarter of a million miles from home. A quarter of a million miles from help.

As Russian and American crews sprint for a secret bounty hidden away on the lunar surface, old rivalries blossom and the political stakes are stretched to breaking point back on Earth. Houston flight controller Kazimieras 'Kaz' Zemeckis must do all he can to keep the NASA crew together, while staying one step ahead of his Soviet rivals. But not everyone on board Apollo 18 is quite who they appear to be.

Full of fascinating technical detail, twists and tension, The Apollo Murders puts you right there in the moment. Experience the dark majesty of space, the fierce G-forces of launch and the rush of holding on to the outside of a spacecraft travelling at 17,000 mph, as told by a former Commander of the International Space Station who has done all of those things in real life.

Strap in and count down for the ride of a lifetime.

Soon to be a major TV series from Altitude and SS's Balboa Productions

Series: The Apollo Murders Series

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Chris Hadfield has crafted a remarkably thrilling debut with The Apollo Murders, receiving praise for its confident writing and gripping narrative. The novel is lauded for its intricate weaving of Cold War politics, space exploration, and murder, offering an exciting alternate history. Critics highlight Hadfield's authoritative use of technical details from his own space experience, enhancing the authenticity and excitement of the story. The book stands out for its engaging action sequences, vivid descriptions, and a compelling blend of fact and fiction, appealing to fans of both mystery and science fiction.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529406825

Publisher: Quercus Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 October 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Quercus Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 44.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 600g

Pages: 480

About the Author

Colonel Chris Hadfield is one of the most seasoned and accomplished astronauts in the world. A multiple New York Times bestselling author, his books An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth, You Are Here and The Darkest Dark have sold over a million copies worldwide.

He was the top test pilot in both the US Air Force and the US Navy, and a Cold War fighter pilot intercepting armed Soviet bombers in North American airspace. A veteran of three spaceflights, he crewed the US Space Shuttle twice, piloted the Russian Soyuz, helped build space station Mir, conducted two space walks, and served as Commander of the International Space Station. He was also NASA's Director of Operations in Russia.

Chris is the co-creator and host of the BBC series Astronauts: Do You Have What It Takes? and helped create and host, along with actor Will Smith, the National Geographic series One Strange Rock. His zero-gravity version of David Bowie's 'Space Oddity' has received more than 50 million views, and his TED talk on fear over 10 million.

He advises SpaceX, Virgin Galactic and other space companies, chairs the board of the Open Lunar Foundation, leads the CDL-Space international tech incubator, and teaches a MasterClass on space exploration.

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