The Lightning in the Collied Night
THE AWARD-WINNING Debut Novel From David Backman
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“Backman’s ability to weave together complex narrative threads makes this novel an essential read for fans of speculative fiction and those who appreciate thought-provoking storytelling.“
– Literary Titan
“Dave Backman has written an enjoyable mix of science fiction, engaging characters, and wormholes, all wrapped around time travel and ho’oponopono, a Hawaiian social philosophy you’ve probably never heard of and might find intriguing.“
– Bob Lewis, co-author of “The Moral Hazard of Lime Daquiris”
“Unexpected plot twists and an ever-building undercurrent of tension work together to keep the suspense building as this unputdownable book spins its immersive tale. … Readers who enjoy imaginative storytelling coupled with compelling science fiction will find much to appreciate in this gripping book that belongs on everyone’s must-read list.“
– LibraryThing Early Reviews
Our dreams create the future…
In the mid-21st century, a brilliant American physicist joins a secret mission to travel through the galaxy’s lone stable wormhole. When a series of challenges threaten the project, she must find another way to accomplish its objective: save the human race. With help from an unexpected ally, the young scientist races to harness the universe’s mightiest force and preserve humanity’s future.
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Introducing Author David Backman
David Backman is a native Minnesnowtan, naturalized Texan, and lifelong sci-fi lover. He lived most of his life in the Twin Cities and retired in 2023 from a 44-year IT career to focus on writing and volunteering. The Lightning in the Collied Night is his debut novel.