The bestselling author of The Martian returns with an irresistible new near-future thriller—a heist story set on the moon.Jasmine Bashara never signed up to be a hero. She just wanted to get rich. Not crazy, eccentric-billionaire rich, like many of the visitors to her hometown of Artemis, humanity’s first and only lunar colony. Just rich enough to move out of her coffin-sized apartment and eat something better than flavored algae. Rich enough to pay off a debt she’s owed for a long time. So when a chance at a huge score finally comes her way, Jazz can’t say no. Sure, it requires her to graduate from small-time smuggler to full-on criminal mastermind. And it calls for a particular combination of cunning, technical skills, and large explosions—not to mention sheer brazen swagger. But Jazz has never run into a challenge her intellect can’t handle, and she figures she’s got the ‘swagger’ part down. The trouble is, engineering the perfect crime is just the start of Jazz’s problems. Because her little heist is about to land her in the middle of a conspiracy for control of Artemis itself. Trapped between competing forces, pursued by a killer and the law alike, even Jazz has to admit she’s in way over her head. She’ll have to hatch a truly spectacular scheme to have a chance at staying alive and saving her city. Jazz is no hero, but she is a very good criminal. That’ll have to do. Propelled by its heroine’s wisecracking voice, set in a city that’s at once stunningly imagined and intimately familiar, and brimming over with clever problem-solving and heist-y fun,
Artemis is another irresistible brew of science, suspense, and humor from #1 bestselling author Andy Weir.
In the thrilling science fiction novel "Artemis: A Novel" by Andy Weir, we are transported to the moon, where humanity has established Artemis, the first city on lunar soil. Jazz Bashara, a resourceful and ambitious young woman, finds herself embroiled in a dangerous conspiracy that threatens the survival of Artemis and its inhabitants.
Jazz is a porter, a person responsible for transporting cargo and luggage in Artemis. She is known for her quick wit, resilience, and determination. When she stumbles upon a cache of illegal goods hidden in a shipment, she realizes she has become a pawn in a high- stakes game of power and betrayal.
As Jazz investigates the mystery, she crosses paths with a diverse cast of characters, including Trond Landvik, a brilliant scientist with his own secrets, and a formidable crime lord known as "the Butcher." She finds herself caught in a web of deceit and danger, where every move she makes could have deadly consequences.
"Artemis" is a gripping story that explores themes of survival, morality, and the indomitable spirit of humanity in the face of adversity. With its rich world-building, engaging characters, and nonstop action, the novel takes readers on a thrilling journey through a lunar metropolis filled with secrets, intrigue, and danger.
Get ready to be captivated by Andy Weir's storytelling prowess as he paints a vivid picture of a futuristic moon colony and the complex lives of its inhabitants. "Artemis" is a must-read for fans of science fiction, adventure, and thought-provoking narratives.
