Books matching: interstellar conflict
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Save:The Companions by Sheri S. Tepper is a science fiction novel set on an overpopulated Earth where humans are squished together in huge building complexes, leading to the extinction of all other lifeforms. The story follows Jewel Delis, a protagonist who belongs to an organization dedicated to saving Earth's biodiversity through purchasing Ark planets. Jewel's adventures take her to different alien planets, where she encounters both good and bad alien races, all while dealing with themes of ecology, feminism, and interspecies companionship. The narrative weaves together elements of environmental destruction, religious extremism, genetic tampering, and the complex relationships between humans and animals.
elemental, monumental, fine phantasmic elephants; hairless hippopotami, huddled close as spoons; riotous rhinoceri, roistering on grasslands; tiny tender tarsiers, eyes like moons; plump pied pandas, ... - #2
Save:'The Android's Dream' by John Scalzi is a humorous science fiction novel that follows a diplomatic interstellar conflict over the fate of a genetically engineered sheep hybrid. The plot involves politics, religion, war heroes, computer geeks, and genetically altered sheep, creating a fun and entertaining storyline. The writing style is described as witty, satirical, and fast-paced, with elements of absurd humor and clever satire that poke fun at science fiction classics.
Moeller nodded absentmindedly at his assistant, who placed the schedule of today’s negotiations in front of him, and shifted again in his chair. The tissue surrounding the apparatus itched, but there’... - #3
Save:The New Space Opera is a collection of 18 tales in the new space opera genre, offering a darker and more hard science take on classic space opera stories. The stories feature wild galaxy-expanding baroque speculation, adventures across galaxies, and imaginative concepts like time travel, alien invasions, and interstellar conflicts. The writing style varies from dense and complex to engaging and imaginative, with each story exploring different facets of space opera themes such as exploration, war, love, and revenge.
The book showcases a variety of science fiction short stories and novellas, each presenting a unique take on the future, alien civilizations, and advanced technologies. The stories range from fun adventure yarns and touching love stories to dense and surrealistic tales, all interwoven with elements of space opera like epic scales, intergalactic conflicts, and complex characters facing extraordinary challenges.
One of the most acclaimed British writers of her generation, Gwyneth Jones was a cowinner of the James Tiptree Jr. Memorial Award for work exploring genre issues in science fiction, with her 1991 nove... - #4
Save:'Rocannon's World' by Ursula K. Le Guin is a blend of science fiction and fantasy, set in a world where interstellar war, aliens, and advanced technology coexist with elves, dwarves, and a quest filled with slim chances of success. The story follows Rocannon, a researcher stranded on a planet after his ship is destroyed, as he enlists the help of the native beings to fight against technologically advanced enemies. The book reads like a mix of fantasy and science fiction, with elements of mythology, adventure, and anthropological exploration woven into the narrative.
The writing style of 'Rocannon's World' is described as quick, entertaining, and mythic, with a dreamlike quality that resonates long after reading. Le Guin's ability to combine hard science fiction with fantasy trappings, create a blend of mythical quest and high-tech space opera, and build both characters and worlds effectively is highlighted. The novel is praised for its concise storytelling, imaginative world-building, and the way it explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the clash between different cultures.
Type AE—Carbon Life. An iron-core planet, diameter 6600 miles, with heavy oxygen-rich atmosphere. Revolution: 800 Earthdays 8 hrs. 11 min. 42 sec. Rotation: 29 hrs. 51 min. 02 sec. Mean distance from ... - #5
Save:The Evolutionary Void is the final entry in the Void trilogy by Peter F. Hamilton. It resolves the riddle of the Void and the impending expansion into more of the galaxy, tying up loose ends neatly. The book features an advanced civilization, multiple threads, and interesting personalities, with a mix of "hard" science fiction elements and a touch of magical realism. The story unfolds in a vast universe with epic space opera elements, involving starships, advanced technology, and a touch of magic that blurs the line between science and fantasy.
THE STARSHIP HAD NO NAME; it didn’t have a serial number or even a marque. Only one of its kind had ever been built. As no more would ever be required, no designation was needed; it was simply the shi...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Void ) - #6
Save:A ship crewed by genetically modified dolphins and humans has discovered a secret that threatens to upset the balance of galactic politics, being pursued by all manner of horrible non-human races. The story follows the crew of the Streeker trying to survive on cunning against odds, facing vast battles and human drama within a complex galactic society of competing civilizations.
Fins had been making wisecracks about human beings for thousands of years. They had always found men terribly funny. The fact that humanity had meddled with their genes and taught them engineering had...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series The Uplift Saga ) - #7
Save:'Off Armageddon Reef' in the 'Safehold' series by David Weber is a science fiction novel that explores the challenges faced by humanity in establishing a colony on a new planet while being threatened by a relentless alien race. The story delves into themes of political intrigue, religious control, and the struggle for technological advancement within a society built on strict prohibitions. The narrative follows the protagonist, Merlin, who navigates a world shaped by a new religion that hinders progress and seeks to uncover the true history of Earth civilization.
Weber's writing style in 'Off Armageddon Reef' combines elements of naval fiction with intricate world-building and thought-provoking questions about societal control, belief systems, and the fight for freedom. presents a richly detailed world with political maneuvering, engaging characters, and captivating plot twists that keep readers intrigued about the future of the series.
The Temple of God’s colonnade soared effortlessly against the springtime blue of the northern sky. The columns were just over sixty feet high, and the central dome which dominated the entire majestic ... - #8
Save:Zoe's Tale is a novel in the Old Man's War series by John Scalzi, narrated from the perspective of Zoe, the daughter of the colony leaders. The book follows Zoe and her family as they join an expedition to colonize a new planet, Roanoke. Zoe, a teenage girl, is accompanied by two alien bodyguards named Hickory and Dickory, who revere her as a god due to her birth father's influence. The story explores Zoe's coming of age, her relationships with her adoptive parents, and the challenges she faces in a new world while dealing with the responsibility placed upon her by the Obin.
The writing style of Zoe's Tale is described as engaging, with a strong narrative voice that captures Zoe's personality effectively. The book provides a unique perspective on the events of the previous book in the series, offering depth to the overall plot and filling in gaps in the story. Readers appreciate the witty and sarcastic tone of Zoe's narration, the well-developed characters, and the emotional depth of the storyline, making it a compelling read even for those who have read the previous installments in the series.
It was the flying saucer that got my attention. Green men aren’t actually unheard of where I come from. All the Colonial Defense Forces were green; it’s part of the genetic engineering they do on them...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Old Man's War ) - #9
Save:In "Conquerors' Pride," the first book in 'The Conquerors Saga' by Timothy Zahn, readers are taken on a journey where humanity faces a first contact experience with a hostile alien race. The story unfolds through the eyes of the humans and then shifts to the aliens in the subsequent book, challenging readers to rethink their views of both species as the trilogy progresses. The plot involves a human interstellar confederacy encountering technologically superior aliens bent on domination, leading to a series of conflicts and mysteries that unfold across multiple worlds.
The writing style in "Conquerors' Pride" is described as a mix of space opera and science fiction, with elements of mystery and intrigue woven throughout the narrative. The author, Timothy Zahn, carefully crafts the story to present different perspectives, creating a fast-paced plot with twists, turns, and well-defined characters that keep readers engaged from start to finish.
They were there, all right, exactly where the tachyon wake-trail pickup on Dorcas had projected they would be: four ships, glittering faintly in the starlight of deep space, blazing with infrared as t... - #10
Save:Prador Moon by Neal Asher is a fast-paced space opera novel set in the Polity universe. The story revolves around the first encounter between humans and the aggressive Prador race, leading to an epic interstellar war. The book is known for its high-tech space opera action, vivid descriptions of exotic alien species, and intense battle scenes. The writing style is visual and descriptive, with a focus on plot, techno-babble, and sheer wackiness, making it an engaging read for fans of hard SF edged military sci-fi.
Avalon outlink station lay on the border of the Polity, that expanding political dominion ruled by artificial intelligences and, to those who resented unhuman rule, the supreme autocrat: Earth Central...
