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Jun Battacharya, a civil engineer on a remote mining world, is thrust into a crisis when a catastrophic accident forces him to proceed without training. A mysterious alien priest invites Jun and his students to a profound ritual. Their attendance shatters their ordinary existence, compelling each to confront a personal encounter with Mystery that could heal or destroy. Set against the backdrop of distant space, the story explores themes of faith, identity, and the shadows within the human heart.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Science Fiction/Space Opera
Authors: J.R. Mabry
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