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A very satisfying space opera, with characters that are very fascinating. Evil is strange, indeed, but the protagonist has a number of quirks that equal or even surpass her object of revenge.
Honestly, I had no problems with the gender labeling. The idea came across perfectly clear that sex had nothing to do with the story, and I appreciate the whole attempt for what it is. The fact that a whole society defaults to a "she" and doesn't find any grammatical desires to differentiate was refreshing a ...more
Honestly, I had no problems with the gender labeling. The idea came across perfectly clear that sex had nothing to do with the story, and I appreciate the whole attempt for what it is. The fact that a whole society defaults to a "she" and doesn't find any grammatical desires to differentiate was refreshing a ...more
I really do like this story. The idea of the ancillaries is so unique and brilliant. I love the idea that an AI can extend itself into multiple bodies, but still function as one mind. It's like the hive mind idea that is prevalent in science fiction, usually among insectoid species, but it extends it to the computer world, in a way that could conceivably exist in our future.
I also thought the idea that a person would take advantage of that technology, and create multiple copies of themselves was ...more
I also thought the idea that a person would take advantage of that technology, and create multiple copies of themselves was ...more
I really, really enjoyed this book. The scope, the incredible POV(s), the characters, the world building - everything about it was engaging. Fresh and yet with a classic feel.
I am fascinated by the developing relationship between Breq and Seivarden, by the challenging use of one gender (to my preconceptions) and the whole multiple personality syndrome (literally).
I am not sure a sequel will measure up especially after reading reviews of it being Downton in Space, though to be honest there are ov ...more
I am fascinated by the developing relationship between Breq and Seivarden, by the challenging use of one gender (to my preconceptions) and the whole multiple personality syndrome (literally).
I am not sure a sequel will measure up especially after reading reviews of it being Downton in Space, though to be honest there are ov ...more
I received the first 100 pages as part of the Hugo voting packet. Those pages were so compelling I had to go out and buy the book.
In a few pages Leckie creates a culture and a universe as rich and detailed as anything in Tolkien or Cherryh or Gibson, a fresh one never seen before and yet completely believable. A main character both human and not human, and entirely fascinating. A story both classic and new.
This is excellent sci fi. Nebula - and Hugo - well deserved.
In a few pages Leckie creates a culture and a universe as rich and detailed as anything in Tolkien or Cherryh or Gibson, a fresh one never seen before and yet completely believable. A main character both human and not human, and entirely fascinating. A story both classic and new.
This is excellent sci fi. Nebula - and Hugo - well deserved.
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Interesting take on first person narrative. The universe is intriguing too. Look forward to more.
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