Translation State

By Ann Leckie,

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'There are few who write science fiction like Ann Leckie can. There are few who ever could' John Scalzi

The mystery of a missing translator sets three lives on a collision course that will have a ripple effect across the stars in this powerful new novel by award-winning author Ann…

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1 author picked Translation State as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This engrossing science fiction novel follows three very different protagonists – from different backgrounds and different species – and slowly, skillfully weaves their searches, their talents, and their experiences together until it reaches a splendid and satisfying finale.

I haven’t read a lot of straight science fiction recently (although it was once practically all I read).

Still, this novel reminded me why I really love the genre, which it uses to create believable and sympathetic characters that are simultaneously alien and familiar.

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