Books matching: conflicts among colonists
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Red Mars is a hard science fiction novel that delves into the colonization and terraforming of Mars by a group of 100 scientists. The story follows the struggles and conflicts that arise among the colonists as they attempt to make Mars habitable while also dealing with political tensions and the impact of Earth corporations. The writing style of the book combines detailed scientific explanations with character-driven narratives, focusing on the personal journeys and motivations of the individuals involved in the Mars colonization project.
All lies, Frank Chalmers thought irritably. He was sitting in a row of dignitaries, watching his old friend John Boone give the usual Boone Inspirational Address. It made Chalmers weary. The truth was... - #2
In the fifth volume of the 'Emortality' series by Brian Stableford, 'Dark Ararat' follows the awakening of protagonist Matthew Fleury on the alien planet Ararat, where he must solve a murder mystery and navigate the conflicts between colonists and the ship's crew. The novel delves into ecological exploration, evolutionary development, and the challenges of interstellar colonization, all while introducing readers to a world with a dual coding genome that impacts everything from flora and fauna to evolutionary strategies.
(Also, see 41 recommendations for the series Emortals ) - #3
Beheld by TaraShea Nesbit is a historical fiction novel set in the Plymouth Colony, focusing on the aftermath of the colony's first murder trial. The narrative delves into the lives of various characters, particularly the women, providing multiple perspectives on the societal dynamics, religious conflicts, and power struggles within the early American colony. The author's writing style immerses the reader in the 17th-century atmosphere, offering a nuanced exploration of class, religion, and gender through the lens of fictionalized historical events.
We thought ourselves a murderless colony. In God’s good favor, we created a place on a hill overlooking the sea, in the direction from which we came. For a while, God’s favor seemed possible. But it p...