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Pub Date Oct 24 2025 | Archive Date Apr 15 2026


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Description

For fans of The Expanse and Dark Matter as well as espionage classics Bourne and Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, Dean Moss delivers a gripping debut hard science fiction thriller.

They came in silence. By the time the world noticed, it was already too late.

Jude Black should have vanished with his friends. Instead, he survives, but not alone. An alien consciousness is trapped inside his mind, and every move he makes could tip the balance between humanity’s survival and extinction.

Cassie Reeve has seen this pattern warnings ignored, evidence buried, lives lost. Determined not to repeat the past, she risks everything to expose a threat her own agency would rather deny.

From city streets to covert battlefields and the depths of space, spies, soldiers, and leaders are drawn into a hidden war. The choices they make will decide the fate of the stars — and forge The Black Accords.

The Black Accords: Emergence blends the intrigue of an espionage thriller with the scope of hard science fiction and the tension of psychological suspense. Perfect for readers of The Expanse, Dark Matter, and The Three-Body Problem, it launches a high-stakes trilogy of first contact, politics, and survival.

Grab your copy today and enter the hidden war that will decide humanity’s future.

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UPDATE: Taking into account early feedback received regarding the book cover, we will be looking to update this. Thank you for all your support.

For fans of The Expanse and Dark Matter as well as espionage classics Bourne and Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, Dean Moss delivers a gripping debut hard science fiction thriller.

They came in silence...


Advance Praise

"Emergence is intelligent, stylish, and unnerving; a gripping fusion of spy thriller and science fiction, weaving high-stakes geopolitics with the chilling intimacy of alien invasion." - ARC review

"Dean Moss brings a unique voice to SciFi and the world of alien invasions. Details come rapid fire and reads like a movie, getting right to the point of the plot. The opening scene sets us up in New York with our protagonist, Jude Black. Life is normal ... but not for long. Everything that happens delivers on that premise and delivers in spades. Dean Moss mastered and maintained a tone of suspense through the entire novel, leaving the reader wondering what will happen next." - ARC review

"An incredibly creative plot, I was hooked right away. A fresh and exciting read." - ARC review

"Intriguing and vivid storytelling. The character building was quick and effective, and I really felt what Jude was feeling." - ARC review

"TBA Emergence is a fast-paced read that hooks you in from the start. Readers are offered perspectives of multiple characters, following espionage missions, gun chases, spywork, and betrayals. The story really touched me with its commentary on war and land belonging as disputes with the aliens and humans are brought to its peak. if you’re looking for an action-packed, thrilling read, then this is the book for you." - ARC review

"Quick, to the point, and reads smoothly. The scope of the plot extends beyond the borders of a single country, encompassing various nations and political states. The narrative primarily focuses on action and dialogue. This stylistic choice contributes to the oppressive and paranoid atmosphere that permeates the book." - ARC review

"Emergence is intelligent, stylish, and unnerving; a gripping fusion of spy thriller and science fiction, weaving high-stakes geopolitics with the chilling intimacy of alien invasion." - ARC review

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