Syzygy by Frederik Pohl

Syzygy by Frederik Pohl

Eight seconds into the future, a rare planetary alignment, Syzygy, is predicted to unleash catastrophic geological events. In Southern California, this forecast ignites widespread panic, exploited by a ruthless land speculator and others seeking personal gain. A doomsday cult, a power-hungry politician, and a fraudulent scientist fuel the escalating hysteria. As wildfires and floods devastate California, chaos reigns. Only a determined scientist and a brilliant NASA astrophysicist dare to challenge the prevailing fear, striving to expose the truth and avert utter destruction. However, their quest is fraught with peril, as those profiting from the panic will stop at nothing to silence them.

Why You'll Love This Book:

Experience a chillingly plausible near-future where a natural phenomenon triggers mass hysteria and exploitation. Witness a desperate race against time as two individuals fight to reveal the truth amidst widespread chaos and danger. Immerse yourself in a gripping tale of science, greed, and the fight for reason in the face of impending disaster.