Still Falling

by Martin Wilsey

FBT review:

Discover a gripping Science Fiction tale in "Still Falling" by Martin Wilsey. Barcus, the lone survivor of the doomed Ventura spaceship, finds himself on a remote planet, struggling to survive and unravel the mystery behind the deliberate murder of his crew. With the help of an AI system called Em, Barcus uncovers a planetary genocide, sparking a battle against those responsible. Will he find his way home, seek justice, or succumb to his burning rage? This Indie book is perfect for fans of thrilling, thought-provoking stories. Get inspired with "Still Falling" and delve into a world of danger, survival, and the quest for answers.

Publisher Description:

Barcus is a working stiff looking for a good paycheck. When the Ventura and its crew enter orbit for a scheduled planet survey, the ship activates an automated defense system protecting the planet. Although the Ventura is destroyed in the attack, Barcus alone survives the harrowing fall to the remote planet surface. He struggles to remain alive and sane, and to discover why everyone he knew and loved on the Ventura was deliberately murdered.

Swinging between despair and fury, Barcus discovers that for every answer he obtains, there are more questions raised. Barcus is assisted by the Emergency Module, Em, his most useful tool. It is an Artificial Intelligence system contained in an all-terrain vehicle specifically designed to help him survive. Barcus soon finds himself in the middle of a planetary genocide of the local native population. He is unable to stand passively by as more people die, even if they are long lost colonists who fear "The Man From Earth" like children fear the monster under their bed.

Will Barcus ever find his way home? Will he find out who is responsible? Will his rage just burn this world down? Or will he find his soul in the eyes of a starving, frightened woman?