Nophek Gloss
Book description
'AN EXCEPTIONAL DEBUT . . . READS LIKE A BECKY CHAMBERS NOVEL CROSSED WITH FIREFLY' Michael Mammay, author of Planetside
'A SUCKER PUNCH TO THE SENSES . . . A KILLER STORY WITH REAL HEART AND SOUL' Alastair Reynolds
In this dark, dangerous, roller coaster of a debut, a young…
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For most people, a mentor is but one person; but what happens when your mentor is a group of intergalactic strays?
Here Hansen explores the dynamic between Caiden, who has lost everything (but gained a sentient spaceship) and a ragtag found family of aliens, each of whom has some wisdom to impart. The relationships are often fraught, and there is conflict, but great love, too.
For those of you who wanted more from the complex crew dynamics of the Clear Air Turbulence in Banks’ Consider Phlebas, you’ll find a worthy successor in Nophek Gloss.
From Richard's list on mentor/apprentice relationships.
This novel is a minefield of big ideas and creative, mind-bending worldbuilding. I love science fiction that explores the idea of parallel worlds and multiverses, and this story includes a sentient spaceship that is able to travel between universes and even create its own bubble universe. The aliens in this story are also portrayed in a diverse way and the technology is creative and realistic. But despite the strong worldbuilding, Nophek Gloss also gives plenty of attention to the story and characters. This is a coming-of-age revenge story with a brutal, devastating opening and a powerful narrative that includes themes…
From Nadia's list on sci-fi that draws you in with worldbuilding.
A boy named Caiden, raised a slave on a remote planet, escapes - only to find himself thrown into a battle for justice and freedom larger than he can comprehend. This sweeping, visceral space opera is full of vivid visuals, inventive technology, fantastical species, and harrowing challenges. Behind the scenes, it's also a very nuanced look at found family, trauma, and healing.
From Ada's list on science fiction by autistic authors.
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