Leviathan Wakes is the first book in The Expanse series written by James S.A. Corey. Set in a future where humanity has colonized the solar system, the story follows a detective and a spaceship captain who become embroiled in a conspiracy that threatens the fragile peace between Earth, Mars, and the Belt. With its blend of space opera, political intrigue, and hard science fiction, Leviathan Wakes is a thrilling and immersive read.