
Brood of the Dark Moon
Charles Willard Diffin's Brood of the Dark Moon is a Victorian science fiction and classic fantasy novel.
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About Brood of the Dark Moon
"Brood of the Dark Moon" by Charles Willard Diffin is a science fiction novel likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows Chet Bullard, a Master Pilot, who finds himself in a fierce battle for survival alongside his friends Walt Harkness and Diane Delacouer. The trio becomes embroiled in a conflict against Schwartzmann, a treacherous antagonist with designs on their space exploration adventure to the mysterious, dangerous Dark Moon. The opening of the story sets the stage in a futuristic hospital in Vienna, introducing Chet as he regains consciousness from a near-fatal injury he sustained while attempting to rescue Diane during their prior adventures. As he begins to gather his memories, he recognizes the larger threat posed by Schwartzmann, who has been out to sabotage their efforts and seize control of their fascinating discoveries. With Walt concealed in the shadows, planning their next move, the tension escalates as they prepare to battle not just for their return to the Dark Moon, but also for their very lives against Schwartzmann's nefarious plans. The reader is drawn into a complex web of adventure, friendship, and intrigue that frames the journey ahead.
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Quick answers
Who wrote Brood of the Dark Moon?
Brood of the Dark Moon was written by Charles Willard Diffin.
What genre is Brood of the Dark Moon?
It is usually shelved as Victorian Science Fiction and Classic Fantasy.
Is Brood of the Dark Moon free to read?
Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.
Is there a free audiobook of Brood of the Dark Moon?
Yes β LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 6 h 50 min.
What books are similar to Brood of the Dark Moon?
Readers who like it often enjoy Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus, The Time Machine and The Invisible Man.
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