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Beyond the Red Storm
“Beyond the Red Storm” is the explosive first entry in James F. Miller’s new hard science fiction The Megalith Sequence.
"A new star in the sci-fi sky! The ‘Megalith Sequence’ hits with the velocity and realism of a torpedo — a must-read!"
— Joshua Tree, bestselling science fiction author
For Red — real name Adam Sullivan, a weary cargo pilot — ferrying a sharp-tongued astrophysicist named Johan Bergqvist between Mars and Jupiter is just another dull assignment. What could possibly go wrong?
Everything.
A strange signal, pulsing from Jupiter’s upper atmosphere, derails their routine flight. Its source? An alien artifact in orbit — ancient, powerful, and anything but dormant.
Drawn by curiosity and a sense of duty, Red and Johan investigate… and uncover something beyond their wildest imaginings. But they’re not the first to find it.
A shadowy organization has been circling the artifact for years, determined to unlock its secrets — no matter the cost. Now Red and Johan are caught in a deadly race, and the stakes aren’t just their lives… but the future of humanity itself.
"A new star in the sci-fi sky! The ‘Megalith Sequence’ hits with the velocity and realism of a torpedo — a must-read!"
— Joshua Tree, bestselling science fiction author
For Red — real name Adam Sullivan, a weary cargo pilot — ferrying a sharp-tongued astrophysicist named Johan Bergqvist between Mars and Jupiter is just another dull assignment. What could possibly go wrong?
Everything.
A strange signal, pulsing from Jupiter’s upper atmosphere, derails their routine flight. Its source? An alien artifact in orbit — ancient, powerful, and anything but dormant.
Drawn by curiosity and a sense of duty, Red and Johan investigate… and uncover something beyond their wildest imaginings. But they’re not the first to find it.
A shadowy organization has been circling the artifact for years, determined to unlock its secrets — no matter the cost. Now Red and Johan are caught in a deadly race, and the stakes aren’t just their lives… but the future of humanity itself.
353 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 4, 2025
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About the author
James F. Miller
3 books4 followersJames F. Miller, is a science fiction author, historian, and father of three.
With a background in military history and a lifelong passion for space exploration, Miller brings a unique blend of realism and imagination to his writing. He believes the future can only be understood by studying the past—and that human civilization is destined to reach the stars.
Miller's novels are known for combining big ideas with gritty, character-driven storytelling. His work spans First Contact scenarios, high-tech speculative fiction, sprawling Space Operas, and intense Military Sci-Fi. He crafts worlds that feel lived-in, technologies that feel just around the corner, and conflicts that echo real human history. His attention to detail and sharp plotting have earned him a loyal fan base across the globe.
Before becoming a full-time writer, Miller spent over a decade researching ancient warfare and strategic theory, which now informs the tactical depth and geopolitical tension in his books. When he's not writing, he enjoys hiking, building model spacecraft with his kids, and debating the Fermi Paradox over strong coffee.
Whether he's imagining alien civilizations or exploring the moral consequences of advanced technology, Miller challenges readers to think critically about where humanity is headed—and what it might cost to get there.
A personal remark about the "F." in the name: "My middle name is Fitzgerald. According to my mother, who is responsible for the F, it is so that I can be distinguished from all the other Millers in the world."
With a background in military history and a lifelong passion for space exploration, Miller brings a unique blend of realism and imagination to his writing. He believes the future can only be understood by studying the past—and that human civilization is destined to reach the stars.
Miller's novels are known for combining big ideas with gritty, character-driven storytelling. His work spans First Contact scenarios, high-tech speculative fiction, sprawling Space Operas, and intense Military Sci-Fi. He crafts worlds that feel lived-in, technologies that feel just around the corner, and conflicts that echo real human history. His attention to detail and sharp plotting have earned him a loyal fan base across the globe.
Before becoming a full-time writer, Miller spent over a decade researching ancient warfare and strategic theory, which now informs the tactical depth and geopolitical tension in his books. When he's not writing, he enjoys hiking, building model spacecraft with his kids, and debating the Fermi Paradox over strong coffee.
Whether he's imagining alien civilizations or exploring the moral consequences of advanced technology, Miller challenges readers to think critically about where humanity is headed—and what it might cost to get there.
A personal remark about the "F." in the name: "My middle name is Fitzgerald. According to my mother, who is responsible for the F, it is so that I can be distinguished from all the other Millers in the world."
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February 14, 2026
Well, that was awesoms
I really didn't know what to expect when I began this book. I was pleasantly surprised. Great writing style. Refreshingly different from what I've been reading late.
I really didn't know what to expect when I began this book. I was pleasantly surprised. Great writing style. Refreshingly different from what I've been reading late.
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