Welcome to the Lunar Abyss: Discover Descent into Darkness
Greetings, space adventurers and sci-fi enthusiasts! I’m excited to launch you into the depths of
Descent into Darkness
, a gripping tale from my anthology The Lunadyne Incident & Other Stories, now available on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D5F7L3QS. Set in the Fabulae Lunae universe after a Yellowstone super-volcano eruption, this story plunges readers into the icy heart of Shackleton Crater, where prospector Nils Carmike risks everything to retrieve a critical ice core. Join me as we explore this chilling narrative of survival, redemption, and the lunar frontier’s hidden dangers. 
A Journey into Shackleton’s Shadows
Descent into Darkness
unfolds at Space Center, but its heart lies in Shackleton Crater, a permanently shadowed region near the lunar south pole. Nils, a seasoned astronaut with a troubled past, and a strong veteran astronaut Moses (Mose) Crane, conducting his last journey in space, lead a mission to extract an ice core that could secure an ice core sample. The story builds as Mose and Nils descend into the darkness toward the crater limb. This tale is a cornerstone of the Fabulae Lunae saga, blending hard science fiction with a psychological edge. It’s a love letter to the Moon’s mysteries and a cautionary tale about its difficulties.Inspired by Lunar Science I rooted Descent into Darkness in real lunar research, using my science and engineering background. Shackleton Crater and other crater’s permanently shadowed floors harbor water ice, a finding confirmed by NASA’s Lunar Crater Observation and Sensing Satellite (LCROSS). This ice, vital for ISRU (in situ resource utilization), mirrors current Artemis goals to sustain lunar bases. One lander of Project Artimis may perform the landing on the Shackleton rim. Yet, I’ve woven in fictional twists that include the struggles with rival astronauts.Meet the Stakes and Stories of the Lunadyne Incident and Other Stories
Descent into Darkness
: Nils’s ice-core mission becomes a battle for survival, blending personal redemption and Nil’s future.
The Lunadyne Incident
: A mercenary siege at Conrad Station sets the stage for corporate intrigue.
Golf and Outgassing
:
Annie MacInturner’s Fra Mauro mission highlights legacy tech risks.
CME
:
Nils races against a radiation storm, showcasing lunar community bonds.
Morgan’s Road
: A prospector’s secret foreshadows riches in Thunder Moon Tussle.Connect to the Broader Saga For fans of Thunder Moon Tussle
,
where Nils grows into a prospector and smuggler,
Descent into Darkness
offers his origin story. The upcoming Mask of the Joyful Moon (2025) will deepen this universe with new challenges. This anthology is your entry point to a lunar world shaped by ambition and survival.Get Your Copy Today Ready to descend into the lunar abyss? Grab The Lunadyne Incident & Other Stories on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D5F7L3QS. Available in e‑book and paperback, it’s a must for sci-fi and lunar fans. Share your thoughts in the comments—I’d love to hear your take! Not in the US? No problem. Look at your local Amazon and search for Torn MacAlester or The Lunadyne Incident. 
Stay Connected Stay ConnectedVisit tornmacalester.com regularly for more insights into the Fabulae Lunae universe, including updates on
Mask of the Joyful Moon
. Subscribe to my newsletter (sign-up below) for behind-the-scenes looks at my writing process and lunar inspiration. Follow me on social media with hashtags like #TornMacAlester and #FabulaeLunae to join the conversation. Let’s explore the Moon together—one story at a time!Contact Us Name * First Last * Last Email * Subject * Message * Submit If you are human, leave this field blank. 
Welcome to the Lunar Frontier: Discover The Lunadyne Incident & Other StoriesGreetings, space enthusiasts and science fiction lovers! I’m thrilled to invite you into the rugged, awe-inspiring world of The Lunadyne Incident & Other Stories, my latest anthology now available on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D5F7L3QS. This collection of five gripping tales transports readers to a near-future Moon, where humanity clings to survival amid corporate intrigue, scientific discovery, personal agendas, and the unforgiving lunar landscape. A Journey into the Fabulae Lunae Universe Set in the Fabulae Lunae universe—a richly imagined saga I’ve been crafting with a blend of my astrophysics background and a passion for hard science fiction—these stories follow the lives of […]
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A Journey into Shackleton’s Shadows
Descent into Darkness
unfolds at Space Center, but its heart lies in Shackleton Crater, a permanently shadowed region near the lunar south pole. Nils, a seasoned astronaut with a troubled past, and a strong veteran astronaut Moses (Mose) Crane, conducting his last journey in space, lead a mission to extract an ice core that could secure an ice core sample. The story builds as Mose and Nils descend into the darkness toward the crater limb. This tale is a cornerstone of the Fabulae Lunae saga, blending hard science fiction with a psychological edge. It’s a love letter to the Moon’s mysteries and a cautionary tale about its difficulties.Inspired by Lunar Science I rooted Descent into Darkness in real lunar research, using my science and engineering background. Shackleton Crater and other crater’s permanently shadowed floors harbor water ice, a finding confirmed by NASA’s Lunar Crater Observation and Sensing Satellite (LCROSS). This ice, vital for ISRU (in situ resource utilization), mirrors current Artemis goals to sustain lunar bases. One lander of Project Artimis may perform the landing on the Shackleton rim. Yet, I’ve woven in fictional twists that include the struggles with rival astronauts.Meet the Stakes and Stories of the Lunadyne Incident and Other Stories
Descent into Darkness
: Nils’s ice-core mission becomes a battle for survival, blending personal redemption and Nil’s future.
The Lunadyne Incident
: A mercenary siege at Conrad Station sets the stage for corporate intrigue.
Golf and Outgassing
:
Annie MacInturner’s Fra Mauro mission highlights legacy tech risks.
CME
:
Nils races against a radiation storm, showcasing lunar community bonds.
Morgan’s Road
: A prospector’s secret foreshadows riches in Thunder Moon Tussle.Connect to the Broader Saga For fans of Thunder Moon Tussle
,
where Nils grows into a prospector and smuggler,
Descent into Darkness
offers his origin story. The upcoming Mask of the Joyful Moon (2025) will deepen this universe with new challenges. This anthology is your entry point to a lunar world shaped by ambition and survival.Get Your Copy Today Ready to descend into the lunar abyss? Grab The Lunadyne Incident & Other Stories on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D5F7L3QS. Available in e‑book and paperback, it’s a must for sci-fi and lunar fans. Share your thoughts in the comments—I’d love to hear your take! Not in the US? No problem. Look at your local Amazon and search for Torn MacAlester or The Lunadyne Incident. Stay Connected Stay ConnectedVisit tornmacalester.com regularly for more insights into the Fabulae Lunae universe, including updates on
Mask of the Joyful Moon
. Subscribe to my newsletter (sign-up below) for behind-the-scenes looks at my writing process and lunar inspiration. Follow me on social media with hashtags like #TornMacAlester and #FabulaeLunae to join the conversation. Let’s explore the Moon together—one story at a time!Contact Us Name * First Last * Last Email * Subject * Message * Submit If you are human, leave this field blank. Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );
#SciFi, #LunarAdventure, #FabulaeLunae, #MoonMissions, #LunarScienceWelcome to the Lunar Frontier: Discover The Lunadyne Incident & Other StoriesGreetings, space enthusiasts and science fiction lovers! I’m thrilled to invite you into the rugged, awe-inspiring world of The Lunadyne Incident & Other Stories, my latest anthology now available on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D5F7L3QS. This collection of five gripping tales transports readers to a near-future Moon, where humanity clings to survival amid corporate intrigue, scientific discovery, personal agendas, and the unforgiving lunar landscape. A Journey into the Fabulae Lunae Universe Set in the Fabulae Lunae universe—a richly imagined saga I’ve been crafting with a blend of my astrophysics background and a passion for hard science fiction—these stories follow the lives of […]
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