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Apex: Chronicles of the Primate World

Ariel Ives

The Descent follows the crew of the interstellar vessel Vanguard as their mission of exploration takes a perilous turn. A sudden system failure throws the ship off course, leading to a crash landing on an alien world teeming with vibrant landscapes and bioluminescent flora. As the crew emerges from the wreckage, they discover ancient artifacts bearing symbols that hint at an advanced civilization lost to time. With curiosity and caution, they venture into this mysterious realm, encountering creatures that defy scientific understanding and weather phenomena that reshape the land without warning.

Survival demands resourcefulness, but their fate shifts when they make contact with the planet's indigenous beings. What begins as tentative observation evolves into a bond of mutual respect, as gestures of goodwill bridge the gap between species. Yet, beneath the surface lies a deeper mystery-one that suggests their arrival was no accident. Something on this planet sought them out, altering their destiny in ways they cannot yet comprehend.

As alliances form and secrets unravel, the crew realizes their journey is more than scientific exploration-it is a quest that will challenge their understanding of existence itself. But with danger lurking in the shadows and choices that could alter the fate of two worlds, their greatest challenge may be deciding whether to stay or find a way home. Beneath unfamiliar stars, the true adventure has only just begun.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Independently Published
  • Publish Date: Feb 20th, 2025
  • Pages: 80
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 0.17in - 0.26lb
  • EAN: 9798311508636
  • Categories: Science Fiction - General