Stolen Earth

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Environmental disasters and uncontrolled AI armies have caused the human population of Earth to flee. They lie scattered across innumerable space stations and colonies, overcrowded and suffering. The Earth is cut off by the Interdiction Zone: a network of satellites to prevent anything getting into or out of the planet. The incredible cost of maintaining it has crippled humanity, who struggle under the totalitarian yoke of the Sol Commonwealth government, whose rich grow richer while the poor are on the brink of starvation.

Many have been driven to the edge of society, yearning for freedom and taking any work offered, criminal and otherwise, in order to survive. The crew of the Arcus are just such people.

A client has come to the table claiming to have the codes necessary to penetrate the Interdiction Zone. Once through, a world of priceless artifacts awaits, provided anyone crazy enough to make the run can be found. Arcus Captain Lynch knows better hes been on-world before, a brief and harrowing experience that hes in no hurry to relive. But fuel is running low and cred accounts even lower, and the Arcus survival might depend on taking the job.

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"A fascinating take on life extension treatments that goes beyond 'nifty idea' to deal with the consequences, combined with a vividly written action-adventure. Elizabeth Moon

"Re-Coil is a slow-burn thriller that heats up to an intriguing set up of a transhumanist future and corporate skulduggery. Glynn Stewart

"Perfect for fans of Altered Carbon. Gareth L. Powell

"Re-Coil is an intriguing and fast-moving mix of bio-tech and space opera." L. E. Modesitt, Jr.

A thriller and a thinker thats as much sci-fun as sci-fi. The Sunday Sport Review

This non-stop action thriller pits workers against corporations and knows which side its on. Morning Star

"A classic story of a cover-up, told in a fun, fast-paced way... Fans of James S.A. Coreys Expanse series will enjoy this tale of high-tech mystery and shifting loyalties." Booklist Review

"Readers will be drawn in by the compassionate characters and captivating premise." Publishers Weekly

This is a story that kicks off at breakneck speed... A compelling, multi-layered sci-fi tale. Culturefly

Author Bio

J.T. Nicholas is the author of the upcoming science-fiction novel Re-Coil and the neo-noir science-fiction series The New Lyons Sequence. When not writing, J.T. spends his time practising a variety of martial arts, playing games (video, tabletop, and otherwise), and reading everything he can get his hands on. He currently resides in Wilmington, North Carolina with his wife.