This novel follows possibly the last remnants of humanity as they travel to what they hope is a habitable planet. Each section introduces a new generation with its own tensions and challenges, keeping the story fresh and intriguing as they near their ultimate destination. This will appeal to anyone who enjoys thoughtful, character-focused novels exploring deep human connections in a unique environment.
In the bottom right corner of the postcard, Brenz had drawn an ornate B protecting within its dual heart-chambers the O for Oort and the St G for St George. The ink for the B was red. With a gasp Franika realised that he'd signed the card with his own blood. [...]
'The revelation,' Franika whispered, 'happens within.' And she saw her beloved in full for the first time. Brenz Oort-St George was no doubt an idealist, insightful and charming and easy to underestimate, but he was also a fanatic and therefore a grave threat to Shipworld. [...] she couldn't deny that she wanted to be with him, to hold him, make love to him - but that was her selfish side speaking.
[...] He must be stopped, she decided, no matter what. Our history cannot end here. Our future must survive. Everything depended on keeping him from destroying what could be the last remnant of humanity.
