Fallen City
Greg Austin
On Earth's once decimated surface, the last of an ancient people live - they believe they are the only ones left.
Not far from their mountain home another populace had survived the holocaust. Deep within the earth they exist, toiling for their masters in the cavernous underworld called Sanctum. Their only lawful diversion, Mazeplay, a gladiatorial game played on ice.
On the surface, Nakella, the tribal priest's son, hungers to escape the confines of his mountain village. Much to his father's alarm he prepares to leave with his followers.
Jarret St John, a mazeplayer, is convinced the surface can again support life and that the rulers of Sanctum, the Fulberth, want to keep the masses trapped below. A plan to escape the city is hatched.
Rambles.com (U.S.):
"Good characters, good plot, good action, good writing -- this book seemingly has it all. ... If you are tired of novels that lack action and have overblown dialogue, Fallen City is a sure-fire hit."
Timeless Tales (U.S.):
This is great science fiction— a very well written book.
Eppie Award winner for Best Sci-fi, 2003
ISBN: 1-894869-78-8, 200 pages