Waking Gods
Waking Gods by Sylvain Neuvel, published by Random House Worlds on March 13, 2018, is a reprint edition comprising 352 pages. This sequel to Sleeping Giants continues the narrative of human-alien contact, focusing on Rose Franklin, who, after discovering a giant metallic hand in her childhood, dedicates her life to uncovering the mysteries of alien technology. As a second, more massive robot appears and threatens humanity, Rose and her team at the Earth Defense Corps work tirelessly to understand the advanced technology that could turn the tide in their favor.
Readers will find a blend of action and adventure as the story unfolds with the emergence of colossal machines around the globe. The narrative explores themes of technological advancement and the implications of alien contact, presenting a do-or-die scenario for humanity. With a focus on scientific inquiry and the quest for knowledge, Waking Gods challenges its characters to confront the unknown in a battle for survival. This edition is available in English and offers a continuation of Neuvel’s innovative series that delves into the complexities of human existence in the face of extraordinary challenges.
Official synopsis Publisher
In the gripping sequel to Sleeping Giants, Sylvain Neuvel’s innovative series about human-alien contact takes another giant step forward.
“Sleeping Giants may have debuted his thrilling saga, but Waking Gods proves that Neuvel’s scope is more daring than readers could have imagined.”—Paste
As a child, Rose Franklin made an astonishing discovery: a giant metallic hand, buried deep within the earth. As an adult, she’s dedicated her brilliant scientific career to solving the mystery that began that fateful day: Why was a titanic robot of unknown origin buried in pieces around the world? Years of investigation have produced intriguing answers—and even more perplexing questions. But the truth is closer than ever before when a second robot, more massive than the first, materializes and lashes out with deadly force.
Now humankind faces a nightmare invasion scenario made real, as more colossal machines touch down across the globe. But Rose and her team at the Earth Defense Corps refuse to surrender. They can turn the tide if they can unlock the last secrets of an advanced alien technology. The greatest weapon humanity wields is knowledge in a do-or-die battle to inherit the Earth . . . and maybe even the stars.
Praise for Waking Gods
“Kick-ass, one-on-one robot action combines with mind-bending scientific and philosophical speculation. Series science-fiction fans will enjoy this follow-up filled with unexpected revelations and a surprise finale.”—Booklist
“Pure, unadulterated literary escapism featuring giant killer robots and the looming end of mankind. In a word: unputdownable.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“Sheer escapist fun.”—Shelf Awareness
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