Salvage in Space

"Salvage in Space" by Jack Williamson is a science fiction story set in the meteor belt, where a miner named Thad Allen finds a broken-down spaceship called the "Red Dragon." The book tells a story about being alone, taking big chances, and dealing with creepy mysteries, as Thad explores the dangerous setting of the meteor belt and strange things happening on the spooky ship. Thad's adventure starts when he finds the "Red Dragon" seemingly without anyone on board. As he goes onto the ship, he gets pulled into a mystery involving the crew's odd disappearance, a scary scream echoing through the ship, as well as the discovering a preserved woman named Linda. Thad faces danger from both the unknown forces that killed the crew and an invisible monster, leading to an intense and gripping confrontation. In the end, Thad's courage helps him save the ship's treasure and Linda's body. The story ends with a bit of hope as Linda wakes up after being in suspended animation. The novel mixes suspense, exploration, and a touch of romance, making it a fascinating story about bravery and love in space.