The Reality Dysfunction

A sweeping intergalactic adventure of humanity's potential

Peter F Hamilton author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Pan Macmillan

Published:12th Aug '18

Should be back in stock very soon

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This thrilling first book in the Night's Dawn trilogy explores humanity's future and the catastrophic consequences of an unexpected alien encounter.

Set in a distant future, The Reality Dysfunction introduces readers to a human race that has expanded its reach across the galaxy. In the year AD 2600, humanity has made significant advancements, colonizing numerous planets and creating a rich tapestry of diverse cultures. Genetic engineering has eradicated diseases and given rise to remarkable space-born creatures, while vast fleets of sentient starships thrive on the wealth generated by the industrialization of entire star systems. The Confederation Navy plays a crucial role in maintaining peace amidst this burgeoning civilization.

However, the tranquility is shattered when a renegade criminal on a primitive colony planet inadvertently makes contact with an alien entity. This unexpected encounter sets off a chain of events that unleashes a terrifying force known as 'the Reality Dysfunction,' a phenomenon named by an extinct race. As this nightmare resurfaces, it threatens the very fabric of what humanity has achieved, putting everything at risk.

The Reality Dysfunction is the first installment in the Night's Dawn trilogy by Peter F. Hamilton, a master of space opera. This sweeping intergalactic adventure is sure to captivate readers who enjoy the works of Iain M. Banks and Alastair Reynolds. With its intricate world-building and thought-provoking themes, the book invites readers to explore the consequences of humanity's progress and the dark forces that lie in wait.

Absolute vintage science-fiction. Hamilton puts British sci-fi back into interstellar overdrive * The Times *
An epic in the traditional sense of the word . . . thunderously enjoyable * Interzone *

ISBN: 9781509868605

Dimensions: 199mm x 132mm x 55mm

Weight: 834g

1232 pages