Today, I'm excited to announce a special reader review event with Liudmila Brus. Our readers will share their thoughts about her amazing science fiction story, No Life But Immortality. You'll also have a chance to win a copy of this fantastic book!
But first, here's more about Liudmila's book:
Set at the end of the 22nd century, this dystopian epic takes readers into a hauntingly plausible future where humanity must navigate the consequences of its technological ambitions and societal failure.
In a world where digital consciousness reigns supreme, convicted serial killer Geryon Lindon orchestrates a sinister plan, manipulating technology and humanity alike to rewrite history, but when a team of Martian scouts infiltrates his lunar stronghold, the fate of Earth hangs in the balance as they race against time to thwart his designs and uncover the truth behind the global Blackout.
Liudmila Brus’s storytelling takes inspiration from classics like Neuromancer and The Martian, combined with the intricate politics and environmental topics. Readers can expect a narrative that blends psychological drama with interplanetary intrigue, perfect for fans of dystopian fiction, virtual reality, and richly layered worlds.
Publisher: Independently published
ISBN-979-8343973259
ASIN: B0DLGLPQCJ
Print Length: 408 pages
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Here Is What WOW's Readers Thought
"Liudmila Brus's No Life But Immortality is a gripping story set in a world where you can choose to live forever—but it comes at a big cost: your humanity. The book mixes deep ideas with emotional, personal struggles, making it easy to connect with the characters. Brus's writing is clear and sharp, and the world she creates feels real and thought-provoking. Some parts slow down with lots of explanation, but the story's rich details and big questions stay with you long after you finish. If you like stories that make you think and feel, this is a great pick." - Ellen LaFleche Christian
"Liudmila Brus writes with an ambitious blend of clarity and density, constructing a future both alien and uncomfortably familiar. Her style is intricate and visual, layering speculative ideas with deeply atmospheric settings—Mars’ disciplined domes, Earth’s decay, and the sterile depths of an underwater lab.
"No Life but Immortality probes moral and philosophical questions: What does survival mean? How far will humanity go to transcend its limits? These are big questions, and Brus approaches them with precision. At the same time, as a reader, I sometimes found the narrative weighty. Exposition sometimes overshadowed the characters, slowing the momentum of what could have been a more dynamic narrative.
"Still, this is a novel that rewards patient readers who enjoy grappling with complex themes. It challenges the idea of straightforward storytelling, encouraging reflection rather than providing easy answers. For speculative fiction or sci-fi fans drawn to thought-provoking, layered worlds, it’s an intriguing read." - Kacey McCormick
"No Life But Immortality is the first book in author Liudmila Brus’s science fiction series, Geryon’s Code Cycle, and it is a densely built tale of a future world with humans populating Mars, Earth, and the moon. When the Mars colonies lose contact with their home planet of Earth and an exploratory space mission to determine Earth’s status goes missing and presumed lost, the governing council must decide whether or not to follow up with a second attempt. Eventually, armed with additional resources, a new ship goes in search of the lost mission and its crew with unexpected and life-or-death results.
"This story, while having moments of action and suspense, is more of a world building and investigative sci-fi mystery. I enjoyed the individual storylines offered at the start on which the main plot was built. Each main character is engaging in their own way and someone you want to know more about. However, they appear in the story over a number of years, and the author surprised me with how they finally interconnected - most not in life or face-to-face.
"The narrative is dense with discussion and description and isn’t one to choose for light reading. At times, I had difficulty staying with the story because of execution issues: unusual wording or even wrong words used entirely. But the end result was worth the little extra effort.
"I recommend NO LIFE BUT IMMORTALITY to science fiction readers." - Karen Siddall
"I am a big fan of dystopian fiction novels and this one really captured my attention. Liudmila does such a great job of developing a vivid, futuristic world and strong characters. I love how she wove in all the advancements in our world, from AI to robots. It could be complicated at times, but that didn't bother me. I love this type of genre and the author did this so well." - Nicole Pyles
"Wow... this is a dystopian novel with tons of gumption, fast paced action and plenty of titbits to mull over visions of what Mars, Moon and Earth could really be like in the 22nd century - according to Liudmila, of course. Die hard sci-fi/ dystopian fans will not be disappointed. No Life But Immortality definitely has screen adaptation potential. I particularly liked the fast paced storyline in parts... especially when the Martian scouts explored Geryon’s lunar stronghold. I was also fascinated with Liudmila’s vision of the future of Antarctica on Earth in the 22nd century. She’s definitely given me food for thought at any rate, along with an excellent read." - Linda Hobden
About the Author, Liudmila Brus
Liudmila lives in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, with her small family and her adopted cat. She is currently a video game writer at Ghost Workshop, working on the game Marsbound.
Under the influence of her grandparents, Liudmila fell in love with reading at an early age and developed a passion for writing. She began collaborating with a city newspaper at the age of 15. At 16, she entered the Moscow State Institute of International Relations to study journalism. She also participated in a student exchange program with Sciences Po, one of the leading universities of France.
Her sci-fi book cycle Geryon's Code consists of three novels: No Life but Immortality, The Orphaned Earth, and From The Abyss, To The Abyss (currently in progress). Follow her online here, on X @BigBadBittern, Instagram: @lyudmilabrus.
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