A Memory Called Empire: Winner of the Hugo Award for Best Novel by Arkady Martin

Description: A Memory Called Empire by Arkady Martine A tale of empire, intrigue and rebellion with a murder at its heart... FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description WINNER OF THE HUGO AWARD FOR BEST NOVEL 2020In a war of lies she seeks the truthAmbassador Mahit Dzmare travels to the Teixcalaanli Empires interstellar capital, eager to take up her new post. Yet when she arrives, she discovers her predecessor was murdered. But no one will admit his death wasnt accidental - and she might be next.Now Mahit must navigate the capitals enticing yet deadly halls of power, to discover dangerous truths. And while she hunts for the killer, Mahit must somehow prevent the rapacious Empire from annexing her home: a small, fiercely independent mining station.As she sinks deeper into an alien culture that is all too seductive, Mahit engages in intrigues of her own. For shes hiding an extraordinary technological secret, one which might destroy her station and its way of life. Or it might save them from annihilation.An extraordinary science fiction debut, Arkady Martines first novel in the Texicalaan series, A Memory Called Empire is perfect for fans of John Scalzi, Becky Chambers and Frank Herberts Dune.SHORTLISTED FOR THE NEBULA AWARD FOR BEST NOVEL 2020SHORTLISTED FOR THE ARTHUR C. CLARKE AWARD 2020SHORTLISTED FOR THE GOODREADS CHOICE AWARDS 2019PRAISE FOR A MEMORY CALLED EMPIREA mesmerizing debut . . . it left me utterly dazzled. The New York Times Book Review[A] gorgeously crafted diplomatic space opera . . . Readers will eagerly await the planned sequels to this impressive debut. Publishers Weekly, starred reviewExquisite . . . a compelling journey with a rich world and fascinating characters The Los Angeles TimesInteresting, detailed, lavish. The Wall Street JournalContender for debut of the year SFX MagazineA Memory Called Empire perfectly balances action and intrigue with matters of empire and identity. All-round brilliant space opera, I absolutely loved it Ann Leckie, author of Ancillary JusticeStunning sci-fi debut. An ambassador from a small space station has to survive in the capital of a galactic empire where everyone seems to want her dead. Add in a great will-they-wont-they wlw romantic interest. Awesome Rick Riordan, author of the Percy Jackson series Flap IN A WAR OF LIES SHE SEEKS THE TRUTH Ambassador Mahit Dzmare is posted far from her mining station home, to the Empires glorious capital. Yet when she arrives, she discovers her predecessor was murdered. But no one will admit his death wasnt accidental - and she might be next. Mahit must navigate the capitals deadly halls of power, while hunting the killer. She must also somehow stop the Empire from annexing her fiercely independent colony. As she sinks deeper into this seductive yet unfamiliar culture, Mahit engages in intrigues of her own. For shes hiding an extraordinary technological secret, one which might destroy her station and its way of life. Or it might save them all from annihilation. Deeply impressive . . . a saga of palace coups, interstellar conquests and alien threats Stephen Baxter The most thrilling ride ever. This book has everything I love Charlie Jane Anders A cunningly plotted, richly imagined tale Ken MacLeod Cutting edge . . . complex political intrigue Guardian Author Biography Arkady Martine is a speculative fiction writer and, as Dr AnnaLinden Weller, a historian of the Byzantine Empire and an apprentice city planner. Under both names she writes about border politics, rhetoric, propaganda and the edges of the world. Arkady grew up in New York City and, after some time in Turkey, Canada and Sweden, lives in Baltimore with her wife, the author Vivian Shaw. Review Stunning sci-fi debut. An ambassador from a small space station has to survive in the capital of a galactic empire where everyone seems to want her dead. Add in a great will-they-wont-they wlw romantic interest. Awesome -- Rick RiordanA Memory Called Empire perfectly balances action and intrigue with matters of empire and identity. All-round brilliant space opera, I absolutely loved it -- Ann Leckie, author of Ancillary Justice and Translation StateArkady is one of the best new voices in speculative fiction -- Adrian Tchaikovsky, author of Lords of UncreationA cutting, beautiful, human adventure about cultural exchange, identity, and intrigue. The best SF novel Ive read in the last five years -- Yoon Ha Lee, author of the Machineries of Empire seriesAn intricate, layered tale of empire, personal ambition, political obligations and interstellar intrigue. Vivid and delightfully inventive -- Aliette de Bodard, author of A Fire Born of ExileAn elegant and accomplished example of the subgenre of subtle scheming with a background of stars. A delightful read. I couldnt put it down -- Jo WaltonAn exceptional first novel recommended for fans of Cherryh, Leckie, Banks, and Asimov -- Elizabeth BearA cunningly plotted, richly imagined tale of interstellar intrigue that does something new with space opera -- Ken MacLeodIn A Memory Called Empire Arkady Martine smuggles you into her interstellar diplomatic pouch, and takes you on the most thrilling ride ever. This book has everything I love: identity crises, unlikely romance, complicated politics, and cunning adventurers. Super-fun, and ultra-fascinating -- Charlie Jane AndersA Memory Called Empire is a murder mystery wrapped up in a political space opera, and deeply immerses the reader in a unique culture and society. I very much enjoyed it and look forward to what Martine does next -- Martha WellsA Memory Called Empire is both deeply thought-provoking and thoroughly entertaining . . . I cant wait to find out what happens next -- James OswaldExquisite and smart as hell -- Fran WildeArkady Martines first novel is a thrillingly smart space opera with grand scope. Everythings here: plots and counterplots, political manoeuvring, great writing, and brilliant ideas on language and empire. Like Iain M. Banks, shes created a universe that can spawn a hundred books. Hop on now, people -- Daryl GregoryGorgeously crafted . . . Martine allows the backstory to unroll slowly . . . walking delicately upon the tightrope of intrigue and partisan battles in the streets to safely bring the tale to a poignantly true conclusion. Readers will eagerly await the planned sequels to this impressive debut -- Publishers Weekly starred review Promotional A tale of empire, intrigue and rebellion with a murder at its heart... Review Quote (previous edition) Stunning sci-fi debut . An ambassador from a small space station has to survive in the capital of a galactic empire where everyone seems to want her dead. Add in a great will-they-wont-they wlw romantic interest. Awesome Review Quote Gorgeously crafted . . . Martine allows the backstory to unroll slowly . . . walking delicately upon the tightrope of intrigue and partisan battles in the streets to safely bring the tale to a poignantly true conclusion . Readers will eagerly await the planned sequels to this impressive debut Promotional "Headline" A tale of empire, intrigue and rebellion with a murder at its heart... Details ISBN1529001595 ISBN-10 1529001595 ISBN-13 9781529001594 Format Paperback Author Arkady Martine Publisher Pan Macmillan Series Teixcalaan Year 2020 Publication Date 2020-01-23 Pages 464 Audience Age 18 Imprint Tor Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 813.6 Language English UK Release Date 2020-01-23 Subtitle Winner of the Hugo Award for Best Novel Audience General AU Release Date 2020-01-27 NZ Release Date 2020-01-27 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:132018843;

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