Hive: Madders of Time Book 1

The road to extinction starts with good intentions and tiny wings...


Winner of the 2026 IndieReader Discovery Award for Science Fiction.

'Engrossing doomsday thriller spliced with heart, humor, and second chances.'

~Publishers Weekly 

Read by Audie Award-Winning Duo Narrators for an Immersive Listening Experience!


In a crumbling biodome surrounded by rising seas and swarms of microdrones, humanity's last survivors cling to hope. For Isabel, a dying scientist, and Diego, the man she loves, time is running out. But when Isabel stumbles upon a long-lost time bridge, the possibility of changing the past emerges, and the stakes rise dramatically—leading to impossible choices and heart-wrenching sacrifices.


In a world on the brink, time is the ultimate weapon.

Hive is a gripping, emotionally charged tale that explores survival, love, and the consequences of playing with time. Orton masterfully blends action and intrigue with intimate character moments, particularly through the poignant relationship between Isabel and Diego. Their love story is at the heart of the book, adding emotional depth and tension to their fight for humanity's survival.

 

Fans of high concept science fiction & character-driven thrillers will find themselves engrossed in this tale of hope, second chances, and the heavy cost of rewriting the past.