# The Addicts

**Author:** Joseph Samachson
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**Added:** 10.07.2026
**URL:** https://samolit.com/books/96016

## Description

In the desolate expanse between Mars and Earth, lighthouse keeper Palmer finds profound, unshakeable bliss in the artificial glow of "marak," a drug that renders him serenely indifferent to the looming threat of death. He and his wife, Louise, are stranded in their cosmic beacon, facing an inevitable end. While Palmer embraces a drug-induced euphoria that allows him to smile even at the shadow of oblivion, Louise, a "non-addict," grapples with the harsh reality of their predicament, her despair a stark contrast to his manufactured contentment. Convinced that his newfound happiness is the ultimate solution, Palmer embarks on a quiet mission to share the "marak" with Louise, believing it will free her from her anxieties and unite them in blissful acceptance. This poignant science fiction tale delves into the nature of addiction, the pursuit of happiness, and the chilling choices made when facing the inescapable.