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Spheres of Influence (Grand Central Arena Book 2) by Ryk E. Spoor

Spheres of Influence (Grand Central Arena Book 2) is available for preorder. It will ship on or before its release date of February 18, 2025

Sequel to the Popular Space Adventure Grand Central Arena!

Leader of the Faction of Humanity. A title that seemed absurd to Captain Ariane Austin—until the Arena declared it so. After leading the crew of the Holy Grail to the discovery of the impossible, physics-defying Arena and their triumphant return, Ariane must now embrace her role. When the Arena speaks, its word is law.

But what does it mean to be the Leader of Humanity? Ariane must uncover the answer quickly, or risk being deposed, killed, or facing an even worse fate at the hands of her enemies, whether on Earth or within the Arena. She’ll need every ounce of her own determination, the unyielding resolve of Marc DuQuesne, the genius of Simon Sandrisson, and the unmatched skill of a living legend to prevail.

Ultimately, humanity’s survival—and its place in the galaxy—will depend on the decision of a reluctant ally, one who stands to lose everything by helping the bold and untested humans.

About Spheres of Influence
“Fast and entertaining action and a world that has the feel of Asimov’s Foundation series.”—Sarah A. Hoyt, author of the Darkship saga

About Ryk E. Spoor’s Grand Central Arena
“…an imaginative piece of space opera that’s set on a near-future Earth where artificial intelligence is taken for granted.”—Shiny Reviews

“Grand Central Arena is space opera in the grand old tradition . . . but with modern sensibilities and awareness of current speculations in cutting-edge physics.”—Fantasy Book Critic

About the Threshold Series by Ryk E. Spoor and Eric Flint
“. . . fast-paced sci-fi. . . light in tone and hard on science . . .” —Publishers Weekly
“[The series is filled with] linguistics, biology, physics, and evolution further the story, as well as wacky humor, academic rivalries, and even some sweet romances.” —School Library Journal

About Ryk E. Spoor’s Phoenix Rising
“A winner! Great characters, and thrilling adventure. I want more!”—Ed Greenwood, best-selling author of the Forgotten Realms series
“[E]xciting adventure, scary monsters, strange gods, and wondrous magic.”—Lawrence Watt-Evans