Vitalerium
Descent into the Void
by Nicholas Keating Casbarro
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Pub Date 1 Oct 2024 | Archive Date 20 Sep 2024
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Description
Nearly six centuries have passed since humanity’s discovery of vitalerium, which ushered in a golden age of space exploration and colonization. Planet Deorum’s society is centered around this illustrious, gravity-bending blue crystal. The year is 2701.
Following a near-fatal disaster, roughneck freelancer Roman Matthews becomes unwittingly trapped at the center of a harrowing conspiracy. Hunted by Deorum’s government, the Coalition for Prosperity, Roman must use his deadly skillset to survive against all odds.
Roman and his band of unlikely allies will discover that the Coalition’s indiscretions threaten the delicate balance of advanced civilization. As a sect of the Coalition prepares to implement their Machiavellian vision of utopia, the proverbial pendulum begins to swing toward chaos…
A Note From the Publisher
Advance Praise
"A captivating read that blends science fiction, suspense, and philosophical reflection" - Readers' Favorite
"The appeal of this space opera undoubtedly rests on its two-fisted emphasis on action and adventure; as such, its style calls to mind the work of both Isaac Asimov and Quentin Tarantino." - Kirkus Review
"More than just a tale of space exploration and futuristic technology; it’s a story that reflects timeless struggles against tyranny and the fight for freedom" -Literary Titan
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Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9798891323926 |
| PRICE | US$22.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 592 |
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Featured Reviews
Reviewer 1505181
Vitalerium: Descent into the Void by Nicholas Keating Casbarro is a thrilling dive into a futuristic world where humanity’s reliance on a mysterious blue crystal, vitalerium, shapes its destiny. Set in the year 2701, the novel introduces us to Roman Matthews, a rogue freelancer who finds himself at the heart of a high-stakes conspiracy on Planet Deorum. As Roman is pursued by the powerful Coalition for Prosperity, he and his eclectic band of allies are drawn into a dangerous game that could alter the course of civilization.
Casbarro’s storytelling is reminiscent of classic sci-fi adventures, evoking a sense of wonder and urgency akin to the greats of the genre. Roman Matthews is a compelling protagonist with his rough edges and moral complexity, while the Coalition’s quest for a dystopian version of utopia provides a chilling antagonist. The blend of action, suspense, and philosophical undertones keeps the pages turning, even if some aspects of the world-building and character development could be more fleshed out. As the first entry in what promises to be an intriguing series, Vitalerium: Descent into the Void leaves readers eager to see where Casbarro takes Roman and his world next.
Brian H, Reviewer
This was a thrilling and encapturing debut from the author. The worldbuilding was spot on, I loved the creativity and politics. The characters and villains especially were just so delectably evil. The book is gritty and dark, has good humor and just spot on pacing. I can’t wait for the next book in the series and Nicholas has shown me he can write and I am totally along for the ride. If you’re an sci-fi fan get this book now!
