"Venus Equilateral" is a science fiction novel written by George O.Smith. The book is set in the 22nd century and revolves around a space station located between Venus and the Sun.The station, called Venus Equilateral, is a hub for communication and transportation throughout the solar system.The story follows the crew and inhabitants of Venus Equilateral as they deal with various challenges and dangers, including sabotage attempts and hostile aliens.The main character is the station's chief engineer who must use his technical expertise to keep the station running and protect it from threats.The book explores themes of technology, human ingenuity, and the potential for conflict between different factions in a high-tech society.It also delves into the personal relationships and conflicts among the crew and inhabitants of the station, including a love triangle and political tensions between different groups.