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 two main characters, a detective on Ceres and a ship's officer, as they become embroiled in a conspiracy that threatens the fragile peace between Earth, Mars, and the Belt. With its blend of noir detective story and epic space battles, Leviathan Wakes offers a thrilling and immersive reading experience for fans of space war science fiction.