One is the first novel by Boyan Benev.

One is a story about a world, familiar, yet very different to our own. After teetering on the edge of collapse, the Earth has gone through a period of rapid social and technological change. Now, it finds itself with an abundance of resources and a delicate balance of power.

In this key moment, all eyes are on the sky. Towards a dream as old as humanity itself. A dream about to be realised. Hela is close and the first mission to reach her – the moon – is near.

A huge burden of responsibility rests on Ayla’s shoulders – thousands have dedicated their careers to the mission. Billions have imbued it with their hope. Closer still, her connection to Tomias and Jonah, the two young Explorers, is all too personal.

Behind the scenes, the strings of power pull in different directions. Success is the only way to ensure lasting peace.

Hopes and expectations, tension and fear. Everything will come together in the most significant challenge the world has faced. Which path will they go down? Will they have a choice?