This is a follow up to The
Long Way to a Small Angry Planet, a story of tolerance, relationships and
love set on the Wayfarer, a utilitarian space ship. This story
picks up on Pepper and Blue who were peripheral characters in the previous
book. It also details the coming of age
of Sidra.
Once again Chamber wrote a story that was far more than a
space opera. She explores intolerance and the definition of what is
sentient. With the increased mention of
AI in today's headlines, Chambers is looking down the road at the ramifications
of artificial intelligence.
In addition Chambers addresses genetic manipulation and the
impact that might have on society in general.
The demonstration of tolerance and the facing of intolerance
was an unflattering mirror to our less than tolerant society as demonstrated by
the past election process and some of the vicious and racists demagoguery.
Chambers clearly showed the camaraderie and loyalty that is
inspirational and laudable. This could be a workbook for team
building. Pepper's quest to find Owl is an inspiration
to the definition of loyalty.
It should be abundantly clear that I really enjoyed this
book.
I highly recommend it.
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This book may have been received free of charge from a publisher or a publicist. That will NEVER have a bearing on my recommendations.
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