{"product_id":"book-1mq6","title":"Plague Ship","description":"\u003cb\u003eEmbark on a pulse-pounding voyage to the stars, where cosmic fortunes are paid in blood.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eSolar Queen\u003c\/i\u003e, an independent Free Trader spaceship, has landed on the exotic, dangerous world of Sargol. Their mission is straightforward: secure a highly lucrative trade contract for the planet's rare and fragrant Koros stones. But Cargo-master-apprentice Dane Thorson and the battle-hardened Captain Jellico quickly discover that navigating Sargolian politics is a lethal endeavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSargol is ruled by the proud, feline Salariki-an ancient warrior race whose respect is only won through complex scent rituals, perilous sea monster hunts, and savage trials of personal combat. If the monstrous, crab-clawed 'gorp' lurking in the oceans don't kill them, a ruthless corporate behemoth known as Inter-Solar just might. The rival Company is already on-world, ready to use espionage, sabotage, and bloody duels to crush the independent spacers and claim a monopoly over the galaxy's wealth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy You Will Love This:\u003c\/b\u003e Fans of golden age Science Fiction and expansive space operas will be utterly captivated by Andre Norton's rich world-building. If you crave gripping tales of interstellar commerce, intricate alien cultures, heroic starship crews, and action-packed retro sci-fi survival stories, this masterpiece delivers thrilling suspense on every page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBiographical Note:\u003c\/i\u003e Andre Norton (1912-2005), often hailed as the \"Grande Dame of Science Fiction and Fantasy,\" was a pioneering titan of the genre. Her enduring legacy includes creating the beloved \"blue-collar space merchant\" trope, forever shaping the landscape of speculative fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"INAudio","offers":[{"title":"Audiobook","offer_id":66723478044976,"sku":"BD1mq6","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/2784\/9264\/files\/1mq6-Square-cover.jpg?v=1777938708","url":"https:\/\/downpour.com\/products\/book-1mq6","provider":"Downpour","version":"1.0","type":"link"}