Leviathan Wakes, written by James S.A. Corey, is the first book in The Expanse series, a space opera set in a future where humanity has colonized the solar system. The story follows two main characters: Jim Holden, an idealistic spaceship captain, and Joe Miller, a jaded detective on the asteroid Ceres. When a mysterious alien substance is discovered, they find themselves caught in a conspiracy that could lead to war between Earth, Mars, and the Belt. Leviathan Wakes is a thrilling and action-packed novel that combines elements of science fiction, mystery, and political intrigue.