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A Desolation Called Peace (Teixcalaan, #2)

Arkady Martine
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A Desolation Called Peace (Teixcalaan, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Arkady Martine

A Desolation Called Peace (Teixcalaan, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

496

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Teixcalaanli Empire • Distant Future

Theme
Topic
Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In A Desolation Called Peace by Arkady Martine, a person confronts a potential alien threat as intricate political and social dynamics unfold within a vast empire. Themes of communication, identity, and duty are explored, continuing the Teixcalaan series' rich narrative.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

38,645 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

A Desolation Called Peace by Arkady Martine continues the intricate and politically charged universe of its predecessor with skillful storytelling and rich world-building. While some readers found the pace occasionally slow and the numerous perspectives complex, the novel's exploration of cultural integration and gripping plot twists garnered widespread acclaim, making it a must-read for fans of thought-provoking science fiction.

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Who Should Read A Desolation Called Peace (Teixcalaan, #2)?

A reader who would enjoy A Desolation Called Peace by Arkady Martine is likely to have an affinity for politically intricate space operas and rich, cultural world-building similar to Dune by Frank Herbert and The Expanse series by James S.A. Corey. They appreciate nuanced diplomacy, complex characters, and thought-provoking parallels to contemporary societal issues.

4.4

38,645 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

496

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Teixcalaanli Empire • Distant Future

Theme
Topic
Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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