So when I had the opportunity to receive an advance reader copy of the book from the publisher, I couldn't download it fast enough. Anything that involves some sort of exploration on a distant planet or an archaeological angle and I'm usually all in. The plot of THE LUMINOUS DEAD is one that takes place on a planet rich in mineral deposits and a 'caver' is exploring one such location while also possibly being stalked deep within the bowels of said cave. I want to begin this review by pointing out the fact that I'm a sucker for books with this kind of theme. But how come she can't shake the feeling she's being followed On her own in this mysterious, deadly place, surrounded by darkness and the unknown, Gyre must overcome more than just the dangerous terrain and the Tunneler which calls underground its home if she wants to make it out alive-she must confront the ghosts in her own head.But how come she can't shake the feeling she's being followed? Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.(Title: The Luminous Dead / Author: Caitlin Starling / Publisher: Harper Voyager / Publication Date: April 2, 2019) On her own in this mysterious, deadly place, surrounded by darkness and the unknown, Gyre must overcome more than just the dangerous terrain and the Tunneler which calls underground its home if she wants to make it out alive-she must confront the ghosts in her own head.

Lost and disoriented, Gyre finds her sense of control giving way to paranoia and anger. As Gyre descends, little inconsistencies-missing supplies, unexpected changes in the route, and, worst of all, shifts in Em's motivations-drive her out of her depths. Em knows all about Gyre's falsified credentials, and has no qualms using them as a leash-and a lash.

Em sees nothing wrong with controlling Gyre's body with drugs or withholding critical information to 'ensure the smooth operation' of her expedition. She also thought that the fat paycheck-enough to get her off-planet and on the trail of her mother-meant she'd get a skilled surface team, monitoring her suit and environment, keeping her safe.

When Gyre Price lied her way into this expedition, she thought she'd be mapping mineral deposits, and that her biggest problems would be cave collapses and gear malfunctions. Bram Stoker Award nominee for Best First Novel! 'This claustrophobic, horror-leaning tour de force is highly recommended for fans of Jeff VanderMeer's Annihilation and Andy Weir's The Martian.' - Publishers Weekly (starred review) A thrilling, atmospheric debut with the intensive drive of The Martian and Gravity and the creeping dread of Annihilation, in which a caver on a foreign planet finds herself on a terrifying psychological and emotional journey for survival.

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