{"product_id":"jitterbug-isbn-9781835414514","title":"Jitterbug","description":"\u003cb\u003eIn this twisty and action-packed adventure from the BSFA award-winning author of Descendant Machine and Future’s Edge, a crew of bounty hunters find themselves ensnared in a conspiracy on the very fringes of the devastated solar system. Perfect for fans of James S. A. Corey and Adrian Tchaikovsky.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e“On Earth, they depicted justice as blindfolded and impartial, but out here on the frontier, she was red in tooth and claw.”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJupiter and Saturn are gone, and a mysterious force has built a huge habitable sphere from their ashes. When criminals try to lose themselves on this new frontier, bounty hunters like Copernicus Brown and the crew of his sentient ship \u003ci\u003eJitterbug \u003c\/i\u003eget paid to hunt them down.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut when Brown rescues Amber Roth, sole survivor of a pirate attack, the \u003ci\u003eJitterbug \u003c\/i\u003eand her crew find themselves the target of powerful political factions who want control of the data chip hidden in Roth’s stomach.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd all the while, something vast and ancient creeps towards them from the depths of space…\"A cracking fast-paced read, full of action and human drama.\"\u003cbr\u003eAdrian Tchaikovsky, award-winning author of \u003ci\u003eChildren of Time\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eAlien Clay\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eJitterbug\u003c\/i\u003e is a thrilling journey filled with witty banter, unlikely allies and friendships, secrets and sacrifices, and found family, exploring the cyclical nature of both history and the future, and the way our fates are often shaped not just by choice but also by luck and coincidence.\"\u003cbr\u003eAi Jiang, author of \u003ci\u003eA Palace Near the Wind\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eJitterbug\u003c\/i\u003e is a haunting, propulsive odyssey across the ruins of our solar system—where justice, grief, and the ghosts of creation itself collide. Gareth L. Powell writes with both fire and tenderness, crafting a space opera that pulses with human ache amid cosmic wonder. It’s poetic, cinematic, and deeply humane—science fiction with a beating heart and a reckoning soul.”\u003cbr\u003eCynthia Pelayo, Bram Stoker Award®–winning author of \u003ci\u003eChildren of Chicago\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Shoemaker’s Magician\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Every time I thought I had the flight path of \u003ci\u003eJitterbug\u003c\/i\u003e all figured out, Gareth L. Powell banked a hard left in the most delightful way. From space pirate brawls to bounty hunter chases and political machinations, Powell pairs thrills with richly imagined characters that pulse with life. I don’t think I’ve ever rooted so hard for a shipboard AI. Bold and cinematic, Jitterbug proves that Powell is a master of scale—balancing galaxy-spanning stakes with moments of vibrant, intimate heart.\"\u003cbr\u003eNathan Tavares, author of \u003ci\u003eA Fractured Infinity\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Imagine the solar system as a mighty ocean full of pirates and you have the beating heart of \u003ci\u003eJitterbug\u003c\/i\u003e – a roaring whirlwind of a novel, full of adventure, emotion, wit and great characters.\"\u003cbr\u003eDavid Quantick, author of \u003ci\u003eAll My Colours\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eFuture’s Edge\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Powell, who has two BFSA awards for best science-fiction novel, might need to clear shelf space for a third. His new novel is, to put it simply, marvelous... It’s also a perfect novel to introduce sf readers to this vibrant storyteller.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A page-turning adventure for sci-fi fans who don’t mind tangled relationships and gruesome fights… Powell’s fans will not be disappointed.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Gareth brings his trademark blend of fierce action, ingenious SF ideas and an intriguing cast of characters. An excellent read.”\u003cbr\u003eAdrian Tchaikovsky, award-winning author of \u003ci\u003eChildren of Time\u003c\/i\u003e and Alien Clay \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Gareth Powell’s writing upgrades classic Science Fiction tropes with modern sensibilities and a nifty twist”\u003cbr\u003ePeter F. Hamilton, author of \u003ci\u003eExodus: The Archimedes Engine\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eSalvation\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Crazy inventiveness, vivid characters and enthralling action. This is thrilling, joyous stuff.”\u003cbr\u003eM.R. Carey, bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Girl with All the Gifts\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eInfinity Gate\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eFuture’s Edge\u003c\/i\u003e is Gareth L. Powell at his best, mixing exceptional world-building and galaxy-wide stakes with complicated relatable characters and enough heart to fuel a supernova. Horror, humour and hope in equal measures. Not to be missed.”\u003cbr\u003eCavan Scott, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author and co-creator of Star Wars: The High Republic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Gareth Powell pulls out all the stops with \u003ci\u003eFuture’s Edge\u003c\/i\u003e! It’s a wild blend of alien invasion, body horror, and the power of the human spirit! Highly recommended!” \u003cbr\u003eJonathan Maberry, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eNecroTek\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Sleepers War\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eDescendant Machine\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eDescendant Machine\u003c\/i\u003e is smoothly paced, engagingly crafted, and crammed full of a sense of wonder at the sheer scale of the universe. Whatever Powell has planned next, on this evidence, it’ll be well worth paying attention.” \u003cbr\u003eSFX\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Full of great sfnal novums and roller-coaster thrills, Powell’s latest has me hoping for a long continuation of the Continuance.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eLocus Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A fast-paced and incisive story from one of the best British SF writers” \u003cbr\u003eAdrian Tchaikovsky, author of \u003ci\u003eShards of Earth\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Gareth Powell rocks again! \u003ci\u003eDescendant Machine\u003c\/i\u003e is big concept made accessible by a masterful writer. Fun, weird, fast-paced, and thoroughly entertaining! Grab this now!”\u003cbr\u003eJonathan Maberry, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eKagen the Damned\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eV-Wars\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Hits the ground running and doesn't stop until its universe-shaking final confrontation. Once again, Gareth Powell is writing at the top of his very considerable game. More like this, please.” \u003cbr\u003eDave Hutchinson, author of \u003ci\u003eCold Water\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eDescendent Machine\u003c\/i\u003e has all the huge concepts that define great space operas tightly packed into a thrilling page-turner of a novel. The sheer breadth of ideas Powell manages to fit into the story is made all the more impressive by the deft pacing and focused characters. I devoured this book in a couple of days and had great fun doing it.\"\u003cbr\u003eNicholas Binge, author of \u003ci\u003eAscension\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eStars and Bones\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A novel with heart and ambition\"\u003cbr\u003eSFX\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"With a strong heroine, some really imaginative supporting characters (including a talking cat), and a story that packs a serious emotional wallop, the novel spotlights Powell’s gifts for character building and plotting. He’s already won two best-novel awards from the British Science Fiction Association, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see this one getting a nomination, too.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Powell balances plot, action, and character development perfectly. This promising start will especially appeal to James S.A. Corey fans.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Gareth Powell drops you into the action from the first page and then Just. Keeps. Going. This is a pro at the top of his game.\"\u003cbr\u003eJohn Scalzi, author of \u003ci\u003eRedshirts \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eOld Man’s War\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A headlong, visceral plunge into a future equal parts fascinating and terrifying.\"\u003cbr\u003eAdrian Tchaikovsky, author of \u003ci\u003eShards of Earth\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A gripping, fast-paced space opera that poses the unique question: what if instead of saving humanity, aliens decided to save the Earth?\"\u003cbr\u003eStina Leicht, author of \u003ci\u003ePersephone Station\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A grand scale adventure packed with fun banter, snappy prose, and masterful science.\"\u003cbr\u003eEssa Hansen, author of \u003ci\u003eNophek Gloss\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An interstellar intelligence has a plan for Earth’s future, but is humanity a part of it? Fast-paced and thoughtful, \u003ci\u003eStars and Bones\u003c\/i\u003e leaves the reader well-fed with hearty helpings of mystery, suspense, adventure, and terror.\"\u003cbr\u003eMarina Lostetter, author of \u003ci\u003eNoumenon\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Gareth Powell’s \u003ci\u003eStars and Bones\u003c\/i\u003e is shocking and beautiful—an electric, epic, and sometimes gruesome look at humanity facing its biggest challenge yet. Powell keeps the pressure on and doesn’t let go. I enjoyed it immensely.\"\u003cbr\u003eKaren Osborne, author of \u003ci\u003eArchitects of Memory\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A vividly imagined, propulsive read. Filled with a loveable cast of characters. Powell’s writing creates a rich tapestry of their voices and inner lives. I think readers will be thrilled by this story.\"\u003cbr\u003eTemi Oh, author of \u003ci\u003eDo You Dream of Terra-Two?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Big ships, big ideas and big emotions. Thrilling space opera which is epic in scope, yet always rooted at the human level, as all the best sci-fi is.\"\u003cbr\u003eEmma Newman, author of \u003ci\u003ePlanetfall\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An interstellar collision of massive ideas and startling originality.\"\u003cbr\u003eZack Jordan, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Last Human\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eStars and Bones\u003c\/i\u003e crafts a future that finds hope in dark places.\"\u003cbr\u003eValerie Valdes, author of \u003ci\u003eChilling Effect\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eGareth L. Powell \u003c\/b\u003eis the author of 20+ books, including novels, novellas, short fiction collections, and a non-fiction guide for aspiring authors. 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