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A distant future where a tyrannical force of super ships, the Guardships, police Canon space to maintain humanity's hold on the worlds within. The story follows the missions of one of the Guardships, the VII Gemina, and its crew who have been recreated and reborn over and over. The plot spirals into a universe where ancient superships battle against ancient alien rebels, all while questioning the laws that govern them. The book is a standalone novel with a fast-paced and chaotic story that keeps readers entranced in a weird and strange future.
The book delves into a conflict in a distant future where Guardships, living ships with evolving AI, enforce peace in Canon space. However, they face enemies believed to be exterminated, weird aliens, and power-hungry nobles willing to do anything to gain power. The story is filled with twists and turns, fast-paced battles, and a complex narrative that leaves readers questioning the fate of characters. Despite some chaotic elements, the book offers a great story that is recommended for fans of military science fiction.
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Save:'New Moon' by Ian McDonald is a gripping thriller set on the moon about 60-100 years after its colonization. It revolves around the power struggles between five influential family corporations known as Dragons, each originating from different corners of Earth. The story delves into a society that operates under a plutocracy without a welfare state, where everything is determined by negotiation and contracts. The narrative explores the complexities of a lawless lunar society, the commoditization of essential resources like air and water, and the dynamics of power and control among the ruling families.
The plot follows the Corta family as they navigate the treacherous lunar politics while their matriarch is dying, leading to a sequence of events that set the stage for a longer series. expertly blends elements of world-building, political intrigue, and character development, offering a plausible and immersive depiction of a near-future dystopian society on the moon. McDonald's writing style is praised for its lush prose, vivid imagery, and the intricate detailing of the lunar society and customs, making the fictional world feel almost tangible and thought-provoking.
In a white room on the edge of the Sinus Medii sit six naked teenagers. Three girls, three boys. Their skins are black, yellow, brown, white. They scratch at their skins constantly, intently. Depressu... - #2
Save:'Blindsight' by Peter Watts is a hard science fiction novel that delves adjusted humans sent on a mission to investigate alien contact beyond Pluto. The book explores deep philosophical questions about sentience, consciousness, and the nature of humanity, all set in a futuristic world containing space travel, vampires, and alien encounters. The story is told through a unique narrative style, offering a gripping and thought-provoking exploration of consciousness and intelligence.
IT DIDN'T START out here. Not with the scramblers or Rorschach, not with Big Ben or Theseus or the vampires. Most people would say it started with the Fireflies, but they'd be wrong. It ended with all... - #3
Save:'Anathem' by Neal Stephenson is a thought-provoking science fiction novel that delves into a parallel world where scientists and mathematicians live in cloistered communities, exploring profound issues of physics, cosmology, and philosophy. The book follows the journey of Fraa Erasmus, a member of a monastic sect, as he uncovers mysteries and navigates a complex society with limited interaction with the outside world. The story unfolds slowly, revealing a world rich in detail and depth, challenging readers with its intricate plot and unique language.
The writing style of 'Anathem' is characterized by its slow pace, Tolkeinian depth, and intricate world-building. The book presents a mix of adventure, philosophical exploration, and scientific concepts, weaving together themes of quantum mechanics, consciousness, and the nature of reality. Despite its length and complex terminology, the novel captivates readers with its grand ideas and meticulous attention to detail, offering a blend of speculative fiction and intellectual exploration.
Ita:(1) In late Praxic Orth, an acronym (therefore, in ancient texts sometimes written ITA) whose precise etymology is a casualty of the loss of shoddily preserved information that will forever enshro... - #4
Save:Neal Stephenson's 'Cryptonomicon' is a multi-linear narrative that weaves together two timelines, spanning from World War II to the late 20th century. The story revolves around cryptography, code-breaking, and digital encryption, with engaging characters who are descendants of earlier cryptographers. The intricate plot gradually intertwines the lives of grandfathers and grandsons, offering a vast conspiracy surrounding currency in the digital world. The writing style is a blend of thriller, historic fiction, and technical literacy, providing a detailed account of cryptography throughout the years.
Let’s set the existence-of-God issue aside for a later volume, and just stipulate that in some way, self-replicating organisms came into existence on this planet and immediately began trying to get ri... - #5
Save:"Seveneves" by Neal Stephenson is a science fiction novel that starts with the sudden destruction of the moon, leading to catastrophic events on Earth. The book follows humanity's struggle for survival as they plan to escape to space by building a Cloud Ark centered around the ISS. The story delves into intricate technical details, orbital mechanics, and the challenges faced in preserving a sliver of humanity. The narrative is divided into two parts, with the first focusing on the immediate aftermath of the disaster and the second part jumping 5000 years into the future, exploring new characters and genetic determinism.
An amateur astronomer in Utah was the first person on Earth to realize that something unusual was happening. Moments earlier, he had noticed a blur flourishing in the vicinity of the Reiner Gamma form... - #6
Save:'We Are Legion (We Are Bob)' in the series 'Bobiverse' by Dennis E. Taylor follows the story of Bob, a newly wealthy tech millionaire who agrees to have his head cryogenically stored, only to wake up as the mind in a computer controlled by a theocratic government. Bob is faced with the choice of becoming the AI in a self-replicating space probe or being turned off forever. Choosing the former, Bob embarks on a journey to survive in space, replicating himself to explore the universe, dodging attacks from other countries, and pondering on concepts of self, soul, and personhood. The writing style of the book is humorous, engaging, and filled with pop culture references, making it a delightful and thought-provoking read for fans of sci-fi.
As Bob multiplies himself, each of his incarnations goes on different adventures, exploring various scenarios of space exploration and AI existence. presents a unique angle on the sci-fi genre, blending humor, geeky references, and philosophical questions about humanity's future and the nature of artificial intelligence. With a mix of wit, adventure, and exploration, 'We Are Legion (We Are Bob)' sets the stage for a series that delves into the complexities of identity, technology, and the boundless possibilities of the universe.
The CryoEterna sales rep—the nametag identified him as Kevin—nodded and gestured toward the big placard, which displayed the cryonics process in ghoulish detail. I took a moment to note his Armani sui... - #7
Save:"Leviathan Wakes" is a space opera set in a future where humanity has colonized the Moon, Mars, and the Asteroid Belt. The story follows the crew of the Rocinante as they become entangled in a conspiracy involving Earth, Mars, and the Belters. The narrative is fast-paced, featuring elements of political intrigue, alien encounters, zombie horror, and epic space battles. The writing style is described as compelling, with realistic physics and vivid world-building that explores the complex relationships between humans living in different regions of the solar system.
A hundred and fifty years before, when the parochial disagreements between Earth and Mars had been on the verge of war, the Belt had been a far horizon of tremendous mineral wealth beyond viable econo...
