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Ancillary Mercy (Imperial Radch, #3)

Ann Leckie
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Ancillary Mercy (Imperial Radch, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

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Ann Leckie

Ancillary Mercy (Imperial Radch, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

330

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Space • Far Future

Theme
Topic
Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Ancillary Mercy by Ann Leckie follows Breq, the last remaining unit of a spaceship AI, as she navigates political intrigue and conflict within the Radch Empire. The narrative delves into themes of identity, power, and justice in a richly described science fiction universe.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

57,903 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Ancillary Mercy by Ann Leckie concludes the Imperial Radch trilogy with impressive world-building, complex characters, and thematic depth. Readers praise its engaging narrative and emotional resonance, but some criticize its pacing and lack of action. Overall, it offers a satisfying ending to the series with thought-provoking insights into identity and justice.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Ancillary Mercy (Imperial Radch, #3)?

Ancillary Mercy by Ann Leckie captivates sci-fi aficionados who relish intricate space operas, complex AI characters, and explorations of identity and justice. Fans of Iain M. Banks' Culture series or Lois McMaster Bujold's Vorkosigan Saga will find this conclusion to the Imperial Radch trilogy equally absorbing and thought-provoking.

4.3

57,903 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

330

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Space • Far Future

Theme
Topic
Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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