In the vast, unforgiving expanse of space, Kate, now living under the alias Grace, is on a desperate mission—disguised as a Space Corp employee, she’s determined to uncover the truth behind her brother’s mysterious disappearance.
On a routine debris collection mission, her world is shattered when she discovers a clue that could expose Space Corp’s darkest secrets. Thrust into a dangerous game of cat and mouse, Grace must navigate the treacherous void, facing not only the perils of space but also the haunting memories of her past captivity.
With her crewmates’ lives hanging in the balance, she must decide who she can trust as she races against time to unravel the conspiracy threatening to consume her.
A pulse-pounding sci-fi thriller that delves deep into the human spirit, exploring themes of identity, betrayal, and resilience. The intricate plot and breathtaking depiction of space will captivate you from the first page to the last.
Perfect for fans of intense, character-driven narratives and gripping science fiction, promising a journey that is as emotionally compelling as it is thrilling.
Winner 2024 Aurealis Awards Best Horror Novella
Finalist 2024 Australasian Shadows Awards Paul Haines Award for Long Fiction
Finalist 2025 Australian SF 'Ditmar' Awards Best Novella or Novelette.
Science Fiction, Thriller
About The Author
Pauline Yates is an award-winning author from Australia.
She has a passion for crafting immersive character-driven stories in dark speculative worlds, and her work spans novels, novellas, short fiction, and poetry, often exploring themes of memory, identity, and the uncanny.
Her titles include Memories Don’t Lie (BookFest Book Awards winner), Shattered (Aurealis Awards winner), The Connections We Keep (Indies Today Awards winner), and Dream Job.
Her short fiction and poetry appear in many quality publications and anthologies, and have won or been shortlisted in their respective categories for awards including Aurealis Awards, BookFest Book Awards, Australasian Shadows Awards, American Legacy Book Awards, Indies Today Awards, and the Australian SF ‘Ditmar’Awards.
