Red Moon Rising

Red Moon Rising explores the dramatic story of the Soviet Union's secret launch of the first artificial moon in 1957, a pivotal event during the Cold War that surprised the world. Drawing on extensive research and archives from the US and USSR, the book delves into the political, scientific, and personal elements behind this historic achievement, highlighting the influential role of Soviet engineer Korolev. Character-driven and suspenseful, it reveals the behind-the-scenes drama that shaped technology and international rivalry in a critical period.