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Book Review
Nov. 12th, 2019 09:40 pmProvenance
Ann Leckie
This sci-fi novel takes place in the same universe as and just after Leckie's Ancillary Justice series, and it's every bit as good as its predecessors. The story follow Ingray Aughskold, younger adopted daughter of a powerful politician as she makes a risky and initially somewhat foolish bid for status power within her highly competitive family. This inadvertently puts her in the midst of a highly charged and high-stakes political situation that threatens her home, family, and future.
This was such a delight to read. There was intrigue, a comedy of manners, family drama, a bit of a murder mystery, and a minor heist. I loved Ingray - she's very clever, resourceful, and good at political maneuvering. Yet she sometimes lacks confidence, occasionally makes some rather stupid decisions, and is often on the verge of tears when under pressure. I loved having a heroine who could combine competence and awesomeness with very human failings. The world-building is as awesome as in the previous books. I love discovering more about this universe and how it works, especially outside of Radch space. I especially loved the themes around origins and cultural value, family roles and relationships, and not just finding but choosing one's place.
Ann Leckie
This sci-fi novel takes place in the same universe as and just after Leckie's Ancillary Justice series, and it's every bit as good as its predecessors. The story follow Ingray Aughskold, younger adopted daughter of a powerful politician as she makes a risky and initially somewhat foolish bid for status power within her highly competitive family. This inadvertently puts her in the midst of a highly charged and high-stakes political situation that threatens her home, family, and future.
This was such a delight to read. There was intrigue, a comedy of manners, family drama, a bit of a murder mystery, and a minor heist. I loved Ingray - she's very clever, resourceful, and good at political maneuvering. Yet she sometimes lacks confidence, occasionally makes some rather stupid decisions, and is often on the verge of tears when under pressure. I loved having a heroine who could combine competence and awesomeness with very human failings. The world-building is as awesome as in the previous books. I love discovering more about this universe and how it works, especially outside of Radch space. I especially loved the themes around origins and cultural value, family roles and relationships, and not just finding but choosing one's place.
