A Closed and Common Orbit

A Closed and Common Orbit

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2017 · English · Paperback · 6 editions
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Lovelace finds herself navigating a world she once knew only as an AI confined to a spaceship. Now in a new, humanoid body, she grapples with the intricacies of identity and what it means to truly exist beyond the confines of circuitry and algorithms. As she endeavors to understand her place in this new reality, Lovelace must confront the weight of her past and the aspirations of her future.

Alongside her, there is a diverse cast of characters, each with their own stories of struggle and resilience. Together, they explore themes of companionship, acceptance, and the search for belonging in a universe that can often feel isolating. The narrative unfolds in richly formed environments, showcasing the complexities of interspecies relationships and the nuances of sentience.

Through Lovelace’s journey, readers are invited to reflect on the nature of consciousness and the bonds that tie beings together, questioning what it truly means to be alive in a universe filled with endless possibilities.

Book Details

Format Paperback
Pages 384 pages
Language English
Published Mar 14, 2017
Publisher Harper Voyager
Editions 6 editions
ISBN-10 0062569406
ISBN-13 9780062569400

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If Becky Chambers could write 100 more books about this world and the people in them, that would be great. I've completely fallen in love with her stories, and this book is no exception. I can't wait to dive into the next one.

November 14th 2018
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