Dark Orbit

by Darren Wearmouth

The ultimate vacation. The ultimate nightmare.

Venture is a miracle of the first luxury space station with artificial gravity, designed for the world’s elite to play among the stars. But for billionaire Angus Kline, it’s more than a resort—it’s a cover for a discovery that will change humanity forever.

During the opulent launch party, a predatory force strikes with a power that defies the laws of physics. Shortly after, the six-star experience becomes a bloodbath. As the station's systems fail, a small group of survivors must navigate the impossible to escape. In the vacuum of space, there’s nowhere to run—and the Asset is just getting started.

Elite surroundings. A brutal predator. No escape.

219 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 4, 2026

About the author

AKA D.A. Wearmouth

Darren Wearmouth spent six years in the army before pursuing a career in corporate technology. After fifteen years working for large telecommunications firm and a start-up, he decided to follow his passion for writing.

His first novel was the best-selling FIRST ACTIVATION that he later sold to Amazon’s publishing imprint, 47North in a two-book deal. Darren is represented by Paul Lucas of Janklow & Nesbit.

Darren’s a member of the International Thriller Writers organisation and currently lives in Manchester, England.

Reviews

[Terry and dog · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.8 rounded up. Lots of cool stuff in this story. I loved the whole idea of the luxury space station and the descriptions very vivid. The alien was creative and a worthy adversary, but I do wish there was more about where it came from and how they got it. I also wish we had been told more about the characters because it is much easier for me to get involved in the story when I feel I know them more.

[Andrew Baxtrom · Rating 2 out of 5]

Fails to deliver.

Although this book attempts to combine science fiction and horror, it ultimately fails to deliver. Lacking a compelling backstory, the characters remain underdeveloped, and there is little to no character growth, preventing the book from realizing its potential.

[Cody · Rating 3 out of 5]

Gory

Really intense! Quite the imaginative "monster". If Alien hadn't been made already, this would've made a great movie. But this monster is Alien on steroids.

[Ted Stoves · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a great blend of horror and sci-fi with a bit of James Bond villain thrown in for good measure. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend to any fans of the genre.

[Stacy · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was a book unlike any I would normally choose to read. I really liked the concept, but there were so many spelling and grammatical errors that it made it annoying to read.