Who wrote The Mercy of Gods?

James S.A. Corey wrote The Mercy of Gods, first published in 2024. It is a work of science fiction and is rated 'Essential Read' in our catalogue.

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The Mercy of Gods

Name: The Mercy of Gods
Author: James S.A. Corey

by James S.A. Corey · 2024

Science Fiction · ranked #24 in category

Winner · The Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel, 2025

Humanity, having spread to a distant world, is conquered by the Carryx — an ancient, incomprehensible alien empire that absorbs species into its vast collection of subject civilisations. The Mercy of Gods, by the writing team behind The Expanse, begins a new space opera series about survival under genuinely alien, indifferent conquest — won the Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel.

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