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The Expanse: Abaddon's Gate

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Abaddon's Gate is a 2013 science fiction novel by James S. A. Corey, the joint pen name of Daniel Abraham and Ty Franck. It is the third volume of The Expanse series and follows the political, religious, and military consequences of an alien structure appearing beyond Uranus.

Combining space opera with a multi-character narrative, the novel is written for readers continuing the series after Leviathan Wakes and Caliban's War.

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Do I need to read the first two Expanse books before reading Abaddon's Gate?

Yes, Abaddon's Gate is the third volume in The Expanse series by James S. A. Corey, following directly after Leviathan Wakes and Caliban's War. The overarching narrative relies heavily on the political fallout and character arcs established in the earlier novels.

What is the alien structure featured in Abaddon's Gate?

The alien structure is known as the Ring or the Protomolecule Gate, which was constructed by the alien protomolecule outside the orbit of Uranus. It serves as a mysterious gateway to a hub of thousands of other gates leading to different star systems.

Who is the author behind the pseudonym James S. A. Corey?

James S. A. Corey is the joint pen name used by writers Daniel Abraham and Ty Franck for The Expanse series. They published Abaddon's Gate in 2013 as part of their planned nine-book mainline series.

How does Abaddon's Gate relate to the plot of The Expanse television show?

The events of Abaddon's Gate directly correspond to the third season of the television adaptation produced by Syfy and Amazon Prime Video. The book focuses heavily on James Holden, the crew of the Rocinante, and the political standoff involving Martian, Earth, and Outer Planets Alliance fleets.

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