Joy Machine

by James Gunn

Timshel was once the vacation spot of the galaxy, full of culture, natural beauty, and friendly, hospitable inhabitants. But now Timshel has cut itself off from the universe. No one is allowed to enter or leave. Concerned, the Federation has sent agents to investigate, but none have returned. Captain Kirk and the crew of the Starship Enterprise TM are shocked to discover the the people of Timshel have succumbed to an insidious new technology that guarantees every citizen total pleasure, a soul-destroying ecstasy that has enslaved their entire civilization. Kirk and Spock have faced many threats before, but now they face the most seductive menace of perfect happiness. And the rest of the Federation may soon fall under the irresistible control of the Joy Machine.

288 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 22, 2000

About the author

James Gunn is a filmaker and writer. Author of "The Toy Collector" and writer/director of "Slither", "SUPER," and Marvel's "Guardians of the Galaxy".