"Wormhole" is a science fiction novel that blends elements of hard science fiction with a murder mystery. Set in the year 2110, Earth faces severe resource shortages and the devastating impacts of climate change. In response, humanity embarks on interstellar colonization, utilizing wormhole technology to reach distant, habitable planets. The story follows Gordon Kemp, a detective assigned to investigate an 80-year-old cold case involving a starship that was destroyed en route to a new colony. As Kemp delves deeper, he uncovers secrets that could alter humanity's future and challenge the official narrative of the mission. Reviews The Library Journal praises "Wormhole" as a "compelling genre blend of hard science fiction and murder mystery that will appeal to fans of Jeff VanderMeer and Peter F. Hamilton." A reader on Goodreads notes that the novel "combined a detective mystery with an outer space adventure," highlighting the intriguing premise of an 80-year-old cold case set against the backdrop of interstellar travel. Penguin Random House describes the novel as an "eighty-year-old cold case murder investigation that stretches across light years and risks the future of mankind’s new home," emphasizing the high stakes and expansive scope of the narrative.
Book Title: Wormhole - Eric Brown, Keith BrookeBook Genre: Thriller, Space Opera, Crime, Murder Mystery, Science Fiction FantasyISBN: 9780857669964Number of Pages: 381Publishing Date: November 22, 2022Cover Type: Paperback
