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The Scorching : The World in My Hands - Nick Snape

The Scorching

The World in My Hands

By: Nick Snape

Paperback | 16 October 2024

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A lonely PA, a rebellious teenager, two ordinary people on a deadly journey to save humanity.

Winner of Literary Titan's Black Gold Award

"Classic sci-fi, balanced between action, intrigue, ... and skillful storytelling" 

The world is heading towards global collapse as The Scorching takes full effect. Salvation vessels orbit the Earth, waiting to transport the chosen few away from danger and to start again; ten plantships grown by an alien species for the wealthiest and most powerful, or those lucky enough to be selected by lottery. The rest remain behind, their future dependent on the Drathken finding a solution to Earth's problems.

Jenna, Personal Assistant to a prominent oil mogul, feels privileged to be among the saved, never questioning her good fortune.

While Seth suffers, forced to leave his friends behind as his family takes their place aboard their luxurious ship.

Yet not all is well on board. Dark secrets lurk in the corridors and depths of their respective ships, dragging Jenna and Seth into a world of malice and violence they thought they had left far behind.

Industry Reviews

"From start to finish, The Scorching: The World in My Hands is classic sci-fi, balanced between action, intrigue, and compelling ethical questions. Snape's skillful storytelling guarantees readers will be hanging on every word, right up to a payoff that feels powerful and well-earned. For fans of immersive and approachable sci-fi, this novel is a worthy addition to the genre, and one that won't easily be forgotten." Literary Titan, âââââ

"A deeply nuanced sci-fi standalone with slow-burn suspense, a diverse and unorthodox cast of characters and a spaceship straight out of your worst nightmares." SFF Insiders

"Cleverly structured story with great characterisation and sense of place." Goodreads

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