In the Ocean of Night

In 2019, NASA astronaut Nigel Walmsley embarks on a mission to intercept a rogue asteroid, only to find it is a derelict space probe emitting a mysterious signal. Years later, in 2034, he receives a response and uncovers a sentient ship, leading to a harrowing revelation about an alien race that has been searching for intelligent life to eradicate. As Nigel engages with the ship, he must grapple with the implications of its dark purpose for humanity.