Leviathan Wakes (The Expanse, #1)
by James S.A. Corey
Leviathan Wakes by James S.A. Corey holds a highly rated rating of 4.20 out of 5, based on 68.4K reader ratings. First published in 2011. The book spans 561 pages.
About Leviathan Wakes
Humanity has colonized the solar system—Mars, the Moon, the Asteroid Belt and beyond—but the stars are still out of our reach.Jim Holden is XO of an ice miner making runs from the rings of Saturn to the mining stations of the Belt. When he and his crew stumble upon a derelict ship, the Scopuli, they find themselves in possession of a secret they never wanted. A secret that someone is willing to kill for—and kill on a scale unfathomable to Jim and his crew. War is brewing in the system unless he can find out who left the ship and why.Detective Miller is looking for a girl. One girl in a system of billions, but her parents have money and money talks. When the trail leads him to the Scopuli and rebel sympathizer Holden, he realizes that this girl may be the key to everything.Holden and Miller must thread the needle between the Earth government, the Outer Planet revolutionaries, and secretive corporations—and the odds are against them. But out in the Belt, the rules are different, and one small ship can change the fate of the universe.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | James S.A. Corey |
| Published | 2011 |
| Pages | 561 |
| Genres | Science Fiction, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fantasy, Horror |
| Average Rating | 4.20 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 68,416 |
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What genre is Leviathan Wakes?
Leviathan Wakes is categorized as Science Fiction, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Leviathan Wakes worth reading?
Based on 68.4K reader ratings, Leviathan Wakes has an average score of 4.20 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Leviathan Wakes?
Leviathan Wakes has 561 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Leviathan Wakes?
Leviathan Wakes was written by James S.A. Corey. It was first published in 2011.
What is the ISBN for Leviathan Wakes?
The ISBN-13 for Leviathan Wakes is 9781841499890.0.
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