Edge of Catastrophe, Jane Killick
Edge of Catastrophe, Jane Killick
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Edge of Catastrophe

Author: Jane Killick

Narrator: Brian Holden

Unabridged: 8 hr 57 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 11/01/2022


Synopsis

Return to the Red Planet as the saga of Terraforming Mars continues, in a sweeping science fiction thriller of planetary progress, set in the universe of the award-winning board game

In the twenty-sixth century, Mars is thriving: the huge crater made by the crashed moon of Deimos is now a vast domed city, buzzing with industry and a burgeoning Martian-born and immigrant workforce. Ecoline scientist Mel Erdan is at the forefront of vital research to feed and maintain Mars' increasing population. But when her viral enhancer transforms lush green plants into a blackened swathe of dead crops, it triggers a wave of violent unrest across Deimos City, and Mel is accused of deliberately sabotaging Mars' fragile viability. With resources rapidly dwindling, conspiracy theories flying, and criminal gangs rioting, Mel must prove her innocence, uncover the truth, and revitalize Mars' harvest before it's too late—for everyone.

About Jane Killick

Jane Killick is an author and journalist who juggles working for BBC Radio with a lifelong passion for science fiction. Alongside several series of original SF novels, she has also written numerous behind-the-scenes books, including Stasis Leaked Complete, a guide to TV show Red Dwarf, and a series on Babylon 5.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Matt on September 25, 2022

Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. The plot is intriguing and immediately drew me in. Set in the 26th century, the Martian moon of Deimos crashes into the planet. Mel, a main character, is accused of deliberately killing crops in Deimos city - a thriving......more

Goodreads review by Steven R. on January 13, 2024

This is the second novel I have read in this series. I have also read other books about Terraforming mars both science fiction and hard science fact books. I absolutely love the Terraforming Mars games, I have played the board game with and without expansion packs with my brother and his wife many t......more

Goodreads review by S.J. on December 10, 2022

As mentioned in the blurb, this book series is based on the popular boardgame Terraforming Mars – a fact that I hadn’t realised until I came to review the first book. And if I hadn’t told you, you wouldn’t know on reading the book, so please don’t give it a thought, unless you’re a particular fan of......more

Goodreads review by John on January 01, 2023

Jane Killick is the author of nine novels. Edge of Catastrophe was published in 2022 and is the second in her Terraforming Mars series. This is the 81st book I completed in 2022. I received an ARC of this book through [URL not allowed] with the expectation of delivering a fair and honest revi......more

Goodreads review by Bandit on February 25, 2024

As a seasoned armchair traveler, I almost never turn down a trip to Mars. Besides, I read the first book in this series, so I figured I’d see what’s next. What’s next is apparently a great potato famine the likes of which not seen since Ireland. Specifically, the fancy, genetically supped up potatoe......more