The Thousand Earths

In the year 2145, John Hackett embarks on a remarkable journey aboard his ship, the Perseus, setting out for an expedition to Neptune and eventually to Andromeda, where he will witness the impending collision of galaxies. Simultaneously, Mela faces the imminent collapse of her world, eroded by rising tides and displacing her community. As their lives unfold in parallel, separated by vast distances and time, this captivating tale explores both the challenges of survival and the complexities of humanity's future, showcasing Stephen Baxter's storytelling prowess.