<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br><p>The last fragments of the human race are forced to adapt to a dangerous new world or face extinction.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong>THE LAST FRAGMENTS OF THE HUMAN RACE ARE FORCED TO ADAPT TO A DANGEROUS NEW WORLD OR FACE EXTINCTION.</strong></p><p>When starship mechanic, Denton Castus, is caught in the destructive path of a devastating war, he abandons his home and seeks refuge on a distant planet. However, this new safe haven has undiscovered threats of its own. Eliana Veston, a scout preparing the planet for the refugees, struggles with a deadly pandemic that is killing off colonists. The hunt for a cure unleashes a new threat to humanity-the Sirens-mysterious beings with incredible powers and a deep hatred for invaders.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p><strong>"A solidly entertaining and sometimes enthralling interplanetary yarn."</strong> <em>-- Kirkus Reviews</em></p><p><em> </em></p><p><strong><em>"A bone-chilling science-fiction thriller that warps fiction, fantasy, and reality in wonderful and scary ways ... Perfect for anyone who has even a little bit of interest in the science-fiction genre."</em></strong><em> -- Literary Titan ★★★★★ (Gold Book Award Winner)</em></p><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p><strong><em>"World-building is clearly Bruno's forte in this gripping debut ... Bruno has laid the groundwork for a very special trilogy."</em></strong><em> --B.T. Keaton, author of the award-winning novel Transference ★★★★★</em></p><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p><strong><em>"A must-read for sci-fi and dystopian fans who want to embark on an original and engrossing new series. Unmissable." </em></strong><em>--Readers' Favorite ★★★★★ (5-star seal)</em></p><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p><strong><em>"T.A. Bruno's debut novel packs a lot of great ideas and inspiring world-building. He gives us exotic extraterrestrials, fabulous technology, and some mind-spinning science - as well as engaging action scenes and an immersive plot."</em></strong><em> -- The International Review of Books (Badge of Achievement Winner)</em></p><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p><strong><em>"An action-packed adventure from top to bottom."</em></strong><em> -- Self-Publishing Review, ★★★★</em></p><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p><strong><em>"Well executed, sharply told, and highly atmospheric, this promising start to a new epic science fiction series is sure to win Bruno plenty of fans." </em></strong><em>-- The Prairies Book Review </em></p><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p><strong><em>"Complex and well-constructed." </em></strong><em>-- The US Review of Books </em></p><p><em> </em></p><p><em> </em></p><p><br></p><p><em> </em></p><p><em> Awards</em><strong><em>: </em></strong></p><p><strong> Readers' Favorite Silver Book Award Winner</strong></p><p><strong> Honorable Mention, 2021 Eric Hoffer Award</strong></p><p><strong> B.R.A.G. Medallion Honoree</strong></p><p><strong> Finalist for the 2021 First Horizon Award</strong></p><p><strong> Literary Titan Gold Book Award Winner </strong></p><p><em> </em><strong><em>The International Review of Books Badge of Achievement Winner</em></strong></p><p> </p><br>