ISBN: | 9781921901102 |
Publisher: | Michael Joseph, Penguin Books |
Published: | 3 September, 2012 |
Format: | Paperback |
Language: | English |
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Strap in for a supersonic ride as Velocity blasts off at mach speed. From NASA's Cape Canaveral to the Central Australian desert, screenwriter Steve Worland's debut thriller sets a heart-stopping pace. A cast of brilliant characters combined with explosive action make this hugely enjoyable novel a genuine blockbuster. THE ULTIMATE TEST OF COURAGE ...... The MAN - an astronaut who has lost his mojo The MISSION - to seek and destroy a hijacked space shuttle The CARGO - enough weapons-grade Uranium-235 to irradiate Manhattan The STAKES - the woman he loves and the fate of a city ...... 'A brilliant rollercoaster ride of a novel. I couldn't put it down.' Hugh Jackman 'If you enjoy Matthew Reilly ... you'll love this.' Bookseller+Publisher 'Steve Worland is a hell of a writer.' Justin Scott, NYT bestselling author of The Ship Killer and co-author of Clive Cussler's Isaac Bell Adventures 'Enormously enjoyable and incredibly readable.' James Bradley 'A cracker of a read. A fresh voice for fans of Mathew Reilly.' Sunday Canberra Times 'A cinematic blockbuster.' Men's Fitness 'A page turner in the mould of Matthew Reilly's fast-paced thrillers.' Greg Barron 'Reminds me of a Nicholas Cage action movie ... Fast-paced action and intrigue accompanied by humour and heart.' Book'd Out
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