Great North Road by Peter F. Hamilton

In a future where humanity has colonized distant planets through the use of wormhole technology, a murder in Newcastle, England, sets off a chain of events that intertwines the lives of a detective, a convicted murderer, and a wealthy family with a dark secret. As the investigation unfolds, it becomes clear that the murder is linked to a mysterious alien entity on a distant world, threatening to unravel the fabric of human civilization. The narrative weaves together elements of science fiction, mystery, and thriller, exploring themes of identity, power, and the consequences of technological advancement.

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