A Memory Called Empire by Arkady Martine
In this science fiction novel, an ambassador from a small, independent space station is sent to the heart of a vast interstellar empire to serve as her predecessor's replacement after his mysterious death. As she navigates the complex political landscape of the imperial court, she discovers that her new position comes with many dangers, including a potential crisis that threatens both her home and the empire itself. Armed with her wits and an imprinted AI containing the memories of her predecessor, she must unravel a web of intrigue and conspiracy, while exploring themes of identity, culture, and imperialism.
The 9835th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2019
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 464
- Words
- 173,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- Hugo Award for Best Novel (Hugo Awards)
- Powell's Essential List: 25 Essential Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books Isn't Enough: Our 25 Honorable Mentions (Powells' City of Books)
- Your 50 Favorite Science Fiction and Fantasy Books of The Past Decade(2011-2021) (NPR)