Overview
Sin and virtue. Man and nature. Price and penance. Expedition Remus is sent to assess Planet 7355264Z for human colonization only to discover more than they bargained for. Previously thought desolate, their destination reveals a harrowing secret. The unprepared crew finds themselves stranded not only with each other but with the bloodthirsty creatures that rule the land they seek to claim. The ghaengste are the primitive and cannibalistic but intelligent natives of Matka. Their hostile world has been ravaged by lifetimes of violence and divided into four warring nations. A ragtag group of renegades seeks solace from the slaughter in one another, and then in the growing rebellion that forms from their bond. Isthmus follows two stories: the journey of four ghaengste destined to reunite their broken people and the trial of twenty-six settlers first to survive, then to discover what truly makes them human. The fate of both species is contingent only upon their will to seek redemption for the sins of the past, present, and future. Matka have mercy on them all. An experience structured to take you on a journey through two sides of one story, Isthmus is a thrilling epic that fills every word with a sense of adventure and leaves no room for dull moments. Including an illustrated map and glossary to transport you seamlessly into the rich world of Matka, you'll find yourself torn between a rawly human expedition and a riotous alien rebellion. Isthmus is an adult book that contains graphic violence and mature situations.
Full Product Details
Author: Z Thirteen
Publisher: Five Suns Press
Imprint: Five Suns Press
Dimensions:
Width: 14.00cm
, Height: 3.20cm
, Length: 21.60cm
Weight: 0.771kg
ISBN: 9798988910619
Pages: 492
Publication Date: 01 October 2023
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
"""If I could forget it all and read it again, I would."" -Enzo, Beta reader, Pre-publishing review ""There has been plenty of media surrounding this concept, however, I've never seen it done like this."" -Greyson, Beta reader, Pre-publishing review ""Something crafted beautifully that will warm your heart, as well as break it."" -Patience, Beta reader, Pre-publishing review ""The characters are well developed and the story entices you, dragging you in until you feel like a crew member or one of the natives."" -Jonma, Beta reader, Pre-publishing review ""Emotional scenes were tear-jerking, funny scenes had me laughing out of my seat, and all I want to do is read more."" -Stone, Beta reader, Pre-publishing review ""It's the perfect combination of angst, heartbreak, comedy, and even a bit of romance."" -Mercy, Beta reader, Pre-publishing review ""I was hooked on chapter one. It's easily readable, and the plot and subplots are amazing."" -Andy, Beta reader, Pre-publishing review ""The characters felt very real and relatable and are all very interestingly flawed."" -Boa, Beta reader, Pre-publishing review"
Author Information
Z. Thirteen is the author of the science fiction novel Isthmus, as well as the artist responsible for the myriad of illustrations that go along with the project and related social media content. Z's true passion is hiking, camping, and conserving the North American wilderness, and her resume includes countless miles trekked through the most remote corners of the west, from the Tetons to Death Valley.
