Empire of Light
Empire of Light by Gary Gibson is a reissue published by Pan Macmillan in 2013, featuring 576 pages in English. This science fiction narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a galaxy embroiled in a nova war, where the Emissaries engage in a fierce campaign that has reached human-occupied space. The story follows Corso, who, while commanding a fleet of human-piloted Magi ships, faces challenges including assassination attempts and political sabotage as he seeks to rally support for their cause.
Readers will encounter a gripping tale of survival and intrigue as Corso’s authority is tested amidst the chaos of war. The plot centers on Ty Whitecloud, who holds the key to deciphering ancient messages that could turn the tide for humanity. However, Whitecloud is imprisoned and awaiting execution, complicating Corso’s mission to save him. With themes of technological conflict and the complexities of interstellar politics, this edition of Empire of Light immerses readers in a richly constructed space opera.
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One man has the skills to rally their cause. If he can stay alive for long enough.The nova war spreads across the galaxy, as the Emissaries wage a fierce and reckless campaign. They’ve already reached human-occupied space and forced the alien Shoal into a desperate retreat. And when Dakota leaves to pursue a lead, Corso’s luck turns bad. Now commanding a fleet of human-piloted Magi ships, his authority crumbles before assassination attempts and politically motivated sabotage. Their best hope lies with Ty Whitecloud, currently light years beyond Consortium borders. Only Ty can decipher messages left behind by ancient star travellers – which could be crucial to their cause. But Whitecloud is imprisoned onboard a dying coreship, awaiting execution for war crimes against Corso’s own people. For humanity’s very survival, Corso must get to Whitecloud and keep him alive. If Dakota doesn’t kill him first. ‘A sharp, distinctive piece of Sci-Fi, and Gibson has certainly proved himself a name to watch out for’ SFX ‘Amazing energy … establishes Gary Gibson as a leading light of modern SF’ FantasyBookCritic blog
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