Olympos: Dan Simmons

The sequel to the bestselling and acclaimed ILIUM, Ilium 2 continues the sprawling merging of myth with science fiction. Dan Simmons presents a universe on the brink, where Helen of Troy mourns Paris, who fell in single combat with the merciless Apollo. Paris’ body is described as scorched and blasted, while Hockenberry, her lover, slips from her bed after their nights together. Meanwhile, the gods strike from the besieged Olympos, their single-molecule bomb casings quantum phase-shifting through the moravecs' force shield and wreaking havoc on Ilium, or so the duo Mahnmut, a witty metal creature, and Hockenberry explain. Helen of Troy remains indifferent to machines, focusing on preparing for the funeral. As the tragedy unfolds, man, gods, and unknown players align for the final act—a battle that will determine the future of the universe itself. Dan Simmons delivers a gigantic, ambitious crossover of myth, high-stakes science fiction, and character-driven drama.

The narrative blends ancient legend with science-fiction spectacle, creating a sweeping epic that probes power, fate, and survival across civilizations.

The book is the sequel to a widely acclaimed title and continues the story with a large cast, intricate battles, and philosophical questions about technology and divinity.

Kenmerken

• Sequel to bestselling ILIUM
• Helen of Troy mourning Paris
• Hockenberry en Mahnmut
• Oorlog vanuit Olympos met voortstuwend schokeffect
• Epische strijd bepaalt toekomst van het universum
• 832 pagina's, paperback, 1e druk bij Orion Publishing Co