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Hell's CrossSeries

Dive into a dark and atmospheric world where supernatural forces collide with human will. This saga explores the boundaries of good and evil through characters fighting for survival in an environment filled with mystery and danger. It's a compelling narrative of courage, sacrifice, and the search for light in the deepest darkness.

Shadow on the Sun
Black Hole Sun
Invisible Sun

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  1. 1

    Black Hole Sun

    • 368 pages
    • 13 hours of reading
    3.1(26)Add rating

    The narrative explores the unappealing aspects of Mars, delving into its harsh environment and the challenges faced by potential colonizers. Through vivid descriptions, it highlights the planet's inhospitable conditions, contrasting them with the allure of human exploration. The story invites readers to consider the complexities of space travel and the reality of life on another planet, emphasizing the stark differences between Earth and Mars. Themes of survival and the human spirit's resilience are woven throughout the exploration of this distant world.

    Black Hole Sun
  2. 2

    Invisible Sun

    • 400 pages
    • 14 hours of reading
    3.8(5)Add rating

    Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous Mars, this narrative explores the struggles of its inhabitants as they navigate a harsh and unforgiving landscape. The story delves into themes of survival, resilience, and the quest for identity amid the challenges posed by the environment and social dynamics. Characters face moral dilemmas and forge unexpected alliances, highlighting the complexities of life on the red planet. As tensions rise, the fight for a better future becomes a central focus, driving the plot toward an explosive climax.

    Invisible Sun
  3. 3

    Shadow on the Sun

    • 432 pages
    • 16 hours of reading
    4.1(174)Add rating

    A sci-fi thrill ride—incredible action, inventive world-building, deadly humor, and more—for fans of movie classics such as Blade Runner and Mad Max! This is the companion to Invisible Sun and Black Hole Sun, which Suzanne Collins, the author of The Hunger Games, called "imaginative and action-packed." Characters return, new characters are introduced, and the action never stops. Readers embraced the first two books in acclaimed author David Macinnis Gill's trilogy about Durango, Mimi (his nano-implant with a biting wit), and Vienne (his second-in-command), calling the books non-put-downable, thrilling, funny, and totally satisfying. A surefire bet for fans of dystopian sci-fi, from The Hunger Games to Battlestar Galactica. Cinematic action, rapid-fire dialogue, a futuristic setting on a terraformed Mars, and tragic romance—Shadow on the Sun is an unstoppable adrenaline rush!

    Shadow on the Sun