Mickey7
Mickey7, an "expendable," refuses to let his replacement clone Mickey8 take his place.
Dying isn’t any fun…but at least it’s a living.
Mickey7 is an Expendable: a disposable employee on a human expedition sent to colonize the ice world Niflheim. Whenever there’s a mission that’s too dangerous—even suicidal—the crew turns to Mickey. After one iteration dies, a new body is regenerated with most of his memories intact. After six deaths, Mickey7 understands the terms of his deal…and why it was the only colonial position unfilled when he took it.
On a fairly routine scouting mission, Mickey7 goes missing and is presumed dead. By the time he returns to the colony base, surprisingly helped back by native life, Mickey7’s fate has been sealed. There’s a new clone, Mickey8, reporting for Expendable duties. The idea of duplicate Expendables is universally loathed, and if caught, they will likely be thrown into the recycler for protein.
Mickey7 must keep his double a secret from the rest of the colony. Meanwhile, life on Niflheim is getting worse. The atmosphere is unsuitable for humans, food is in short supply, and terraforming is going poorly. The native species are growing curious about their new neighbors, and that curiosity has Commander Marshall very afraid. Ultimately, the survival of both lifeforms will come down to Mickey7.
That is, if he can just keep from dying for good.
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Edward Ashton
Edward Ashton is a storyteller whose work spans across the realms of science fiction and thrilling narratives that explore the darker corners of technology and humanity. Known for his ability to blend speculative fiction with gripping, page-turning plots, Ashton's books offer readers a fresh and thoughtful perspective on the future of humanity—both the awe-inspiring and the terrifying aspects.
Born and raised in the United States, Ashton’s early fascination with the unknown led him to the world of science fiction. As a reader, he gravitated toward stories that challenged perceptions of reality, those that twisted technology and human nature into something both brilliant and unsettling. This influence shines through in his own work, which often explores the potential consequences of unchecked scientific progress and the ethical dilemmas that arise in futuristic societies.
Mickey7
In the vast expanse of space, where survival means pushing the boundaries of human endurance and identity, the Mickey7 series explores the fragility of life, the weight of existence, and the consequences of unchecked technological ambition. Set in a future where humanity has set its sights on distant planets, this gripping sci-fi series follows Mickey, a seemingly expendable worker on an interplanetary mission. But when Mickey dies—and is promptly cloned to continue his hazardous tasks—it becomes clear that there's far more at stake than just the survival of one individual.
Mickey7 consists of two books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
