After travelling light years across space, the colony ship Ragtime arrives in the Lagos system carrying one thousand cryogenically frozen passengers, humanity's hope for a new beginning. But when the sleepers are awakened, a horrifying discovery is made, not everyone has survived the journey.

As the ship's skeleton crew races to uncover what happened, a sinister mystery unfolds that threatens not only those aboard the Ragtime but the future of humanity itself. From the political intrigue of Lagos Station to the distant colony world of Bloodroot, the consequences of the investigation spread across the stars, forcing impossible choices that could reshape civilisation.

Blending a locked-room mystery with breathtaking world-building, Far from the Light of Heaven is an intelligent and suspenseful space opera filled with unforgettable characters, shocking twists, and thought-provoking ideas. Perfect for fans of Adrian Tchaikovsky, Martha Wells, and Iain M. Banks.