Brandon Q. Morris

Brandon Q. Morris is a physicist and space specialist. He has long been concerned with space issues, both professionally and privately and while he wanted to become an astronaut, he had to stay on Earth for a variety of reasons. He is particularly fascinated by the "what if” and through his books he aims to share compelling hard science fiction stories that could actually happen, and someday may happen. Morris is the author of several internationally best-selling science fiction novels. At www.hard-sf.com he provides information on current research and projects. Follow him if you want to be informed in time.

When the greatest sacrifice may still be too little. The expedition to the dark cloud LDN 63 has solved the riddle of the mysterious events there - but at a high price. Thousands of huge alien ships threaten Earth's emissaries. The only way to stop them could be an ancient weapon. But to trigger it, astronomer Celia and her colleagues must give their lives – while it is not at all certain that their sacrifice can really prevent the worst: Even then the attackers might reach the solar system and Earth.