Velocity

Strap in for a supersonic ride as Velocity blasts off at mach speed. From NASA's Cape Canaveral to the Central Australian desert, screenwriter Steve Worland's debut thriller sets a heart-stopping pace. A cast of brilliant characters combined with explosive action make this hugely enjoyable novel a genuine blockbuster.

The ULTIMATE TEST OF COURAGE …

The MAN - an astronaut who has lost his mojo

The MISSION - to seek and destroy a hijacked space shuttle

The CARGO - enough weapons-grade Uranium-235 to irradiate Manhattan

The STAKES - the woman he loves and the fate of a city…

''A brilliant rollercoaster ride of a novel. I couldn't put it down.'' Hugh Jackman

''If you enjoy Matthew Reilly ... you'll love this.'' Bookseller+Publisher

''Steve Worland is a hell of a writer.'' Justin Scott, NYT bestselling author of The Ship Killer and co-author of Clive Cussler's Isaac Bell Adventures

''Enormously enjoyable and incredibly readable.'' James Bradley

''A cracker of a read. A fresh voice for fans of Mathew Reilly.'' Sunday Canberra Times

''A cinematic blockbuster.'' Men's Fitness

''A page turner in the mould of Matthew Reilly's fast-paced thrillers.'' Greg Barron

''Reminds me of a Nicholas Cage action movie ... Fast-paced action and intrigue accompanied by humour and heart.'' Book'd Out