Leviathan Wakes is a science fiction novel written by James S.A. Corey (a pen name for authors Daniel Abraham and Ty Franck). It is the first book in The Expanse series. The story is set in a future where humanity has colonized the solar system and follows two main characters: Jim Holden, an officer on an ice hauler, and Miller, a detective on Ceres. When they stumble upon a conspiracy that threatens the fragile peace between Earth, Mars, and the Belt, they must work together to uncover the truth and prevent a war. Leviathan Wakes is praised for its realistic portrayal of space travel and its blend of mystery and political intrigue.
