Ribbonworld

It was a simple enough job. Just fly halfway across the galaxy to an inhospitable planet called Reevis and review a luxury hotel. What could go wrong? Miles Goram's first problem was finding a corpse in his bathtub. Given his history, he's sure to be a suspect. Humanity lives on Reevis under a cluster of pressure domes. The planet has lava seas, ice fields, stark beauty and a wealth of valuable resources. Just about everything is controlled by Balcom Industrial. They don't like outsiders asking questions. The dead man was a thorn in their side. Miles is a disgraced journalist straight out of prison, grateful for any work. As he explores, he can see that there's corruption at the highest level in Balcom. Reevis and everyone on it are in danger. If that wasn't enough, Layla Balcom, the missing heir to the Balcom fortune, is in hiding somewhere on the planet. Can Miles find a way to save the planet, the girl, and hopefully his own skin? Don't miss the sequel to Ribbonworld, Jungle Green. "Reminds me of Heinlein at his peak," Amazon review. "Completely absorbing, wonderful book, beautifully depicted scenery." "If you love sci-fi you will love this book."