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Edward Ashton
Edward Ashton is the author of the science fiction novel Mickey7, which was adapted into the film Mickey 17. He writes engaging sci-fi stories with a strong sense of character.
Mickey7
Synopsis
Mickey7 is a disposable employee on a mission to colonize the ice world Niflheim. When dangerous tasks arise, he's the crew's go-to, thanks to his ability to regenerate with memories intact after death. Signed up to escape debt and boredom, Mickey7 soon realizes the true cost of his unique contract. When he's presumed dead, his successor's arrival sparks a whole new set of problems.
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Characters
Mickey8Protagonist
Mickey7Protagonist
Berto GomezSupporting
A colonist and Mickey's closest friend on Niflheim, whose loyalty proves shakier than it first appears.
Nasha AdjayaSupporting
A security officer on the colony and Mickey's girlfriend, who must contend with the existence of two of him at once.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mickey7 the book the movie Mickey 17 is based on?
Yes. Mickey7 by Edward Ashton is the source novel for the 2025 film Mickey 17, directed by Bong Joon-ho and starring Robert Pattinson.
Is Mickey7 part of a series?
Yes. Mickey7 is the first book in Edward Ashton's Mickey7 series, followed by Antimatter Blues (2023).
Do I need to read Mickey7 before watching Mickey 17?
No, but the novel and film differ in tone and plot details, so reading Mickey7 first gives useful context for the darker, more satirical original story the film adapts.
