The Crack of Doom

"The Crack of Doom" by Robert Cromie is a story that begins with a chance meeting between Arthur Marcel and Herbert Brande on a ship, leading Marcel into a world of mystery and a society with hidden agendas. As Marcel gets closer to Brande's sister, Natalie, he becomes more involved in the society's disturbing secrets, which involve dark implications about the universe and humankind. The story explores the contrast between Herbert's cynical outlook and Natalie's elegant demeanor, creating tension as Marcel navigates romance, scientific puzzles, and a growing sense of existential fear tied to the society's unsettling goals.