Ancillary Sword (Imperial Radch, #2)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
359
Novel • Fiction
Radch Space Empire • Distant Future
2014
Adult
18+ years
Ancillary Sword by Ann Leckie follows Breq, who was once a starship and now seeks justice for a destroyed ship and its crew. As Fleet Captain, Breq encounters political intrigue, corruption, and the complexities of occupying forces in a remote station within the Radch Empire.
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Ann Leckie's Ancillary Sword is praised for its rich world-building and complex exploration of social themes. Reviewers commend its deep character development and the protagonist's nuanced voice. However, some critics find its pacing slower compared to its predecessor, leading to less dramatic tension. Overall, it's a strong continuation of the trilogy, balancing introspection with action.
Fans of science fiction with complex characters and intricate world-building will enjoy Ann Leckie's Ancillary Sword. Readers who loved Ursula K. Le Guin's The Left Hand of Darkness and Iain M. Banks's Culture series will find similar themes of identity, power, and societal norms.
67,367 ratings
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359
Novel • Fiction
Radch Space Empire • Distant Future
2014
Adult
18+ years
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