The book Minotaur is a sci-fi adventure about Martin Wright, a convict on the prison ship Wiscasset. When riots cause the ship to crash on a mysterious planet, Martin must survive with the help of Julie, a prison guard. Together, they face dangerous creatures and strange forces on the planet. Along the way, Martin battles both physical challenges and psychological fears, including the terrifying Minotaur, which represents the maze-like world they are trapped in. The story is full of action and explores themes of survival, freedom, and the strength of the human spirit.