Two of the wildest and most captivating Russian space adventures.
Originally conceived as parodies, both books went beyond that genre and became major events in Russian science fiction.
Oleg Dивов’s novels are unique reconstructions of modern life. They tell stories that could happen to any of us.
The author is a member of the Union of Writers of Russia, the Union of Literary People of Russia, and the Council for Science Fiction and Adventure Literature under the Union of Writers of Russia.
"The Best Crew of the Sun"
Starships are frozen in orbit. Military cosmonauts who have conquered Earth await their fate. At first they were heroes—then their home planet condemned them as merciless killers. After they’ve put an end to an interplanetary war, they will face even harsher trials. They’re tired of fighting, but it’s the only thing they’re good at. Sooner or later, the call “To arms!” will sound again…
"The Saboteur"
Earlier, he fought demons; now he exorcises evil spirits! Captain Pricher, dismissed from the airborne forces due to a wound, became a priest. One day fate lands him on a planet where crocodiles fly and rivers flow with an elixir of immortality. He’s given not the slightest chance to survive. A military base abandoned in the jungle—doomed to be destroyed—is truly a place forgotten by God. The previous priest simply went mad. So all he can do is pray…