Penguin Books Australia

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