Leviathan Wakes by James S.A. Corey

Leviathan Wakes follows the character of Jim Holden, one of many citizens that have spread out over the solar system and inhabiting the surrounding planets. Holden makes his living as an ice miner that accidentally comes across the remains of the Scopuli. It's on this ship that they discover a secret that people are willing to kill and start wars for. At the same time, Detective Miller is searching for the daughter of a rich couple, his investigation bringing him to Holden and the remains of the Scopuli. The two men must work together to find out what is going on and keep themselves and everyone else alive.-(summary from Wikipedia)

Putting together all the pieces that make a great movie-Leviathan Wakes is truly a space opera that is begging for movie rights and will make one of the best sci-fi/thriller movies of that year, if done properly. The characters of Holden and Miller compliment each other as the plot unravels into a compelling who-done-it. What makes this science fiction book so memorable is that while the plot will appeal to heavy handed sci-fi readers, the writing is not so recondite to scare away everyone else. Mystery, thriller, horror and fiction readers alike should find Corey's book appealing, engaging and enthralling. Those not familiar with the genre will find Leviathan Wakes a great introduction!

-EWML Librarian