The Mercy of Gods

In a distant future the remote world of Anjiin is attacked by the Carryx, an insectlike species. Many of the population are killed, some are brought to the world-palace of the attackers to prove their usefulness to the Carryx, a question of life or death. Among them is Dafyd Alkhor, a minor research assistent. Soon he finds himself at the epicenter of an ancient conflict - and he has to make a decision … „The Mercy of Gods“ is the breathtaking first book of „The Captive´s War“-trilogy. I´m eagerly awaiting the next part! If you like epic SF like „The Mote in God´s Eye“ or „A Fire Upon the Deep“ you will enjoy this book. (See also: Simmons, Die Hyperion-Gesänge)