First published 2024
Arton Daghdev's political activism lands him in the worst possible exile: a brutal labor camp on the distant planet Kiln. Surrounded by a ravaging alien ecosystem, Arton must navigate a daily fight for survival against the camp's oppressive regime and the planet's monstrous native life. But as Arton uncovers Kiln's wondrous, terrible secrets, he may just find the key to his freedom - and the chance to redefine life itself.
Genres: science-fiction, dystopia, adventure, action, aliens, political-thriller
Vibes: dark, emotional, fast-paced, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Kiln
388 pages · Paperback · Orbit
Content warnings: violence