Riveting. Tantalizing. By turns nuanced, subtle, and action packed. Primus 2025, the first in Quanta Publishings SF compendium series, offering first chapters from published science fiction books, allows readers to discover new SF authorship with less likelihood of buyer's remorse.Take a chance on new authors without the pressure of committing to purchasing the whole tamale quite yet.At the end of each first chapter selection, a link will take readers to the author's complete novel, where, should the reader choose, they may purchase the book in total.Join us in a journey of discovery and find new science fiction worlds to immerse yourself in!Dropship (Forsaken Mercenary 1): Jonathon Yanez 4.3 ★★★★Shadows of Carath: S.D. Croft NEW!The Hidden Truth: Hans G. Schantz 4.5 ★★★★The Fourth Law: Clayton Barnett 4.1 ★★★★Long Boat Star Crossing: Matthew Ambrose 4.2 ★★★★Time Chair (Jumpgate 1): Larry Wasion 5.0 ★★★★★Privateer (Hinterspace 1): Page Zaplendam 4.4 ★★★★The Colosseum: Tom Falconer 4.3 ★★★★Sent to Watch: David Lebenstein 4.2 ★★★★Hot Halcon Nights: Joe Isenberg 4.0 ★★★★White Ops (White Ops 1): Declan Finn 4.3 ★★★★