"The Children of the Twelfth Sun" is a dark, sweeping tale that blends myth, ancient prophecies, and cosmic forces into a powerful story of power, love, and betrayal. Set in a vivid, otherworldly desert landscape where gods walk among men, it occupies a unique space in the mythic science-fantasy genre, inviting readers to journey into a distant past where gods and humans intertwine through bloodlines, ambitions, and conflicts that echo across generations.
At its core, this story explores humanity's complex relationship with divine forces-the ancient Annunaki, celestial beings from the distant Twelfth Planet, Nibiru. With every appearance of Nibiru in Earth's orbit, a seismic shift is set into motion, and with it, humanity is reminded of its role as both child and pawn of these powerful beings. Through evocative, cinematic prose, the narrative creates a sprawling backdrop of towering structures, endless desert sands, and a palace teeming with political schemes, where King Alulim rules with calculated ruthlessness while bound by a forbidden love with a mortal, Lilia.
A young archeologist is launched on the adventure of her life when she joins a mixed crew of humans and aliens on a mission to atone for the failings of Earth.
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The Terra Prospect Mission offered humanity a chance at space travel, technological advancement, and enlightenment courtesy of its alien benefactors who made first contact thirty years ago. Daran Chree brought that mission to a fiery end when he crashed the Terra Prospect spaceship into Gate Delta Eleven. Now, it's humanity's second and final chance to prove they're ready to journey into the stars. Nineteen-year-old studying archeologist Sofeta Prenares finds herself not only drawn to the mission, but on a collision course with the fate of the galaxy.
2019 Watty Awards Winner For Sci-Fi!
Content warning: This story contains reference to self harm and intense combat scenes.