Description
In a gripping tale of betrayal and desperation, a man strikes a dangerous bargain with the alien Amnion, sacrificing his humanity in pursuit of immortality. However, as he intertwines his fate with these otherworldly beings, he unwittingly sets off a chain of events that threatens not only his own life but also the survival of mankind. His choices lead to harrowing consequences that resonate throughout the universe, forcing humanity to grapple with its own vulnerabilities and the implications of its deepest yearnings.
As the narrative unfolds, the struggle for survival becomes a high-stakes game filled with moral dilemmas and existential questions. The characters are pushed to their limits, uncovering the darker corners of ambition, loyalty, and the true cost of immortality. Ultimately, the tale challenges the reader to reflect on the nature of humanity itself as it stands on the brink of catastrophe, urging a reckoning with the very essence of life and death.
As the narrative unfolds, the struggle for survival becomes a high-stakes game filled with moral dilemmas and existential questions. The characters are pushed to their limits, uncovering the darker corners of ambition, loyalty, and the true cost of immortality. Ultimately, the tale challenges the reader to reflect on the nature of humanity itself as it stands on the brink of catastrophe, urging a reckoning with the very essence of life and death.
Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
564 pages
Language
English
Published
Apr 1, 1996
Publisher
Spectra
Editions
12 editions
ISBN-10
0553071807
ISBN-13
9780553071801