Pyramids of Meridian

by Sam Arnold

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Pub Date Sep 01 2023 | Archive Date Jan 31 2024

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General Fiction (Adult) | New Adult | Sci Fi & Fantasy

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Description

Who controls and rules over the afterlife, and what does free will mean when you're dead?

After Michael Rene Gostani dies in the Vietnam war, he discovers that he alone can change the imprisoning afterlife. Utilizing this newfound gift, he frees billions of trapped souls and builds them a grand capitalist city called Meridian. In the process, he awakens an all-consuming force that threatens to destroy everything he now rules over. Despite all his power, he needs help.

On the devastated planet Vitalia, warriors Nathan Doss and Kelly Pear are thrust into the afterlife, seduced by the hope of finding the millions of people who were abducted by unknown craft two decades prior. Now, stranded in the fascinating and terrifying realm of the dead, the pair must glean the true motives of those who brought them and the abducted there. The survival of life itself is now at stake.

"Pyramids of Meridian" contends with the reality of a veritable afterlife in a unique space opera setting, with inspirations from the novel "Hyperion" by Dan Simmons, the anime "Evangelion," and the movie "The Matrix."

Who controls and rules over the afterlife, and what does free will mean when you're dead?

After Michael Rene Gostani dies in the Vietnam war, he discovers that he alone can change the imprisoning...

Advance Praise

"It is a delightful science fiction novel that runs at full tilt, featuring gorgeous prose and powerful plot points. The larger-than-life characters make for wonderful companions." -The Book Commentary

"A first-rate cast headlines this gleefully offbeat piece of speculative fiction." -Kirkus Reviews

"Short chapters and insistent prose drive the narrative forward at a good pace, and detailed world-building and the specificity of Arnold's characterization of the great unknown, combine to create a compelling narrative. This is a read that will pull up your overall impression of space opera..." -Hollywood Book Reviews (starred review)

"The intricate, tight plot advances swiftly toward a conclusion that will leave readers both satisfied and content. Descriptive and inventive worldbuilding, a vividly drawn cast, and engrossing narrative are joined by high SF action and twisty revelations to make a winning tale." -The Prairies Book Review

"Pyramids of Meridian will alter one’s views on space operas and science fiction. It will create a new fan base and bring new readers to this genre." - Pacific Book Reviews (Notable Book Seal)

"Author Sam Arnold's greatest gift is his imagination. The futuristic worlds crafted in 'Pyramids of Meridian' are unique in the science-fiction literary landscape...Arnold's world of psychedelic light shows, invisible matrices, and lost souls is all his own; and his starships, futuristic weapons, and interstellar travel avoid the usual sci-fi tropes, introducing refreshingly new concepts." -IndieReader Reviews

"Epic in scope yet fueled by human emotions, 'Pyramids of Meridian' is a creative apocalyptic novel about facing reality and using one's talents for the greater good. [Nathan and Kelly's] conflict, plus Michael's efforts to find love and a worthy place for himself in the afterlife, makes for compelling drama." -Clarion Reviews

"It is a delightful science fiction novel that runs at full tilt, featuring gorgeous prose and powerful plot points. The larger-than-life characters make for wonderful companions." -The Book...