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Forgotten Elements
This collection of 31 short stories seamlessly blends speculative fiction with real-world science, focusing on Rare Earth Elements (REEs) and their extraordinary potential to transform not only technology but the very fabric of existence. Set in diverse and imaginative worlds—ranging from distant futures to mystical realms and modern settings—the stories explore how these unique elements can alter reality, connect civilizations, and unlock hidden powers.
Each story centers around a specific REE or mineral, using its real-life properties as a springboard for compelling narratives. The collection tackles a wide range of themes, from power and control to evolution and survival, all while weaving in elements of mystery, danger, and the unknown.
Readers will encounter sentient metals that evolve rapidly, minerals that consume memories to grow in strength, and futuristic technologies driven by these powerful elements. The characters, from geologists and xenobiologists to astronauts and archaeologists, must confront the ethical dilemmas that arise from their discoveries—whether it’s deciding to release ancient trapped souls, grappling with the consequences of unchecked power, or facing the terrifying possibility of a mineral that predicts and controls the future.
The collection is not just a reflection on technology and science but also delves into deeply human themes—sacrifice, morality, identity, and survival. In the background of many stories lies the what happens when humanity taps into forces it doesn’t fully understand? The result is an anthology that explores the fine line between technological marvel and existential threat, all while using the extraordinary power of REEs as a focal point for thrilling, thought-provoking stories.
Each story centers around a specific REE or mineral, using its real-life properties as a springboard for compelling narratives. The collection tackles a wide range of themes, from power and control to evolution and survival, all while weaving in elements of mystery, danger, and the unknown.
Readers will encounter sentient metals that evolve rapidly, minerals that consume memories to grow in strength, and futuristic technologies driven by these powerful elements. The characters, from geologists and xenobiologists to astronauts and archaeologists, must confront the ethical dilemmas that arise from their discoveries—whether it’s deciding to release ancient trapped souls, grappling with the consequences of unchecked power, or facing the terrifying possibility of a mineral that predicts and controls the future.
The collection is not just a reflection on technology and science but also delves into deeply human themes—sacrifice, morality, identity, and survival. In the background of many stories lies the what happens when humanity taps into forces it doesn’t fully understand? The result is an anthology that explores the fine line between technological marvel and existential threat, all while using the extraordinary power of REEs as a focal point for thrilling, thought-provoking stories.
209 pages, Paperback
Published September 30, 2024
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