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In this second installment of the Leviathan series, Prince Alek of Austria must escape the advancing German forces during an alternate 1914. He reaches Constantinople (modern‑day Istanbul) aboard the leviathan‑ship, only to discover a new era of war: genetically engineered vessels that challenge his ingenuity and resolve. The story blends high‑stakes adventure with speculative science, offering an engaging take on war, technology, and the young prince’s daring journey.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Science Fiction/Military Science Fiction
Authors: Scott Westerfeld
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