This Morning’s Dawn

Nelson Newman - First Contact Trilogy #1

by Dan Bell

“… a rapid-fire sci-fi space adventure ………. a compelling read that will resonate with fans of the genre.” - Independent Book Review.
“… keeps the reader in suspense, continuously offering unexpected twists and captivating adventures.” - Literary Titan
Recipient of the Literary Titan Gold Book Award
For five hundred years the robot waited to encounter a human. When it finally did, it probably wished it was a different human. Nelson Newman was destined to be the first person to set foot on Mars. Instead, he finds himself transported across the galaxy and pitched into a battle of wits against a ruthless enemy, who will do whatever it takes to safeguard their people and their power. If Nelson can’t figure out who his friends are, and how to get back home, then he has no hope of saving Earth.For fans of fast-paced, action-packed, classic science fiction.

274 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 4, 2024

About the author

Dan Bell is a Chartered Chemist and Science Fiction Author living in Cambridgeshire in the UK.

Reviews

[mike hodgson Carole Hodgson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very enjoyable read, couple of daft continuity burps but not bad. I will have to check how many pages because I read it superfast! Ties in nicely to Annunki myths, loosely that is! The premise was very good and finding a super intelligent AI which as it turned out the makers had stopped manufacturing and took several technological steps back, wasn't expecting that!!! Blows into a cocked hat about benevolent aliens with superior technology.....they have the same problems as us! So when they see a nice mineral rich piece of real estate they don't mind taking it and getting rid of the pesky inhabitants. Would recommend.

[Kim Catanzarite · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this novel (read on Kindle and Audiobook) and will definitely move on to the next one. The premise of space travelers heading to Mars and being sidelined—or I should say, hijacked—by an anomaly sets a fast-paced, adventurous tone. Both Nelson and Cheng (astronauts from Earth) are likable characters, but it's SELF, the ancient, sentient robot they meet in deep space, who became my favorite. Bell has a talent for worldbuilding that's both interesting and easy to follow. It's a smooth ride. Highly recommended.

[Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

This morning‘s Dawn is a great piece of sciFi storytelling. The story moves super fast and is written so you can hardly stop once started. The characters are developping nicely and I can‘t wait to read tze next book in the series!!

The storyline was easy to follow also for me as a non-native english speaker.

Thanks Dan, great entertainment!

[Keith · Rating 4 out of 5]

Unexpected

The story is a well crafted blend of hard science and mystery tech, with a plot that is laced with a dark thread from the alien society. This first book ends with the current story thread resolved but the overall story theme remains open and waiting for more from the next installment.

[Harry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Highly recommend! Gripping, creative storyline and great character development. Plenty of action and twists that keep you hooked. Could also really picture each scene when reading. Great read!

[nick eaton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story

Held my attention for the whole book .one of the most enjoyable stories I have read since rot
reading Arthur c Clark "RAMA"

[Ronnie Cobbin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Some of the science passed me by but strong storyline and relatable characters. The android SELF was particularly well crafted.

[Lee Fogle · Rating 5 out of 5]

good book

I Enjoyed the robotic Asians the science of travel. The characters and moral dilemmas were reasonable deep and enjoyable. Would read more books by Dan Bell.