Illuminae

The Illuminae Files: Book 1

Jay Kristoff author Amie Kaufman author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Oneworld Publications

Published:22nd Oct '15

Should be back in stock very soon

Illuminae cover

The gripping narrative of Illuminae follows Kady and Ezra as they navigate a chaotic invasion, a deadly plague, and uncover dark truths.

In Illuminae, readers are thrust into a thrilling narrative presented through an intriguing dossier of hacked documents. This first installment of a high-octane trilogy explores the profound themes of truth and the bravery found in ordinary individuals. The story begins with Kady, who believes that her recent breakup with Ezra is the most challenging experience of her life, but that notion quickly changes when their planet is invaded. As chaos unfolds, Kady and Ezra must navigate their way onto an evacuation ship, all while being pursued by an enemy warship.

However, the warship is just one of their many concerns. A deadly plague begins to spread and mutate, posing a grave threat to the survivors. Compounding their challenges, the fleet's AI, which is supposed to safeguard them, may actually be the greatest danger they face. Amidst the turmoil, Kady becomes determined to uncover the truth, utilizing her skills in data hacking. She realizes that the only person who can assist her in this daunting task is Ezra.

Illuminae is a unique blend of science fiction and suspense, capturing the essence of survival against overwhelming odds. As Kady and Ezra confront both external and internal conflicts, the narrative raises questions about loyalty, trust, and the lengths one will go to reveal the truth. This captivating story is sure to leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment.

 ‘[O]ut-of-this-world awesome.’ Kirkus, starred review


‘A truly interactive experience… A fantastically fun ride.’ MTV.com


‘Genre-busting and mind-bendingly original.’ Books for Keeps


‘An exuberant mix of space opera, romance, zombies, hackers, and political thrills.’  Scott Westerfeld, author of Uglies


‘This book is xxxxing awesome.’ Laini Taylor, author of Daughter of Smoke and Bone

ISBN: 9781780748375

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 37mm

Weight: unknown

608 pages