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Record of a Spaceborn Few
Wayfarers (Related to this series)
- Author
- Becky Chambers
- Narrator
- Patricia Rodriguez Rodriguez
- Publisher
- Hodder & Stoughton
- Publish Date
- 24 July 2018
- Run Time
- 13 hours 6 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
- Rating
- 4.8 (9 reviews)
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What to expect
*THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER AND HUGO AWARD WINNER FOR BEST SERIES*
From the ground, we stand. From our ship, we live. By the stars, we hope.
The incredible new novel by Becky Chambers, author of the beloved The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet.
#SpacebornFew
Centuries after the last humans left Earth, the Exodus Fleet is a living relic, a place many are from but few outsiders have seen. Humanity has finally been accepted into the galactic community, but while this has opened doors for many, those who have not yet left for alien cities fear that their carefully cultivated way of life is under threat.
Tessa chose to stay home when her brother Ashby left for the stars, but has to question that decision when her position in the Fleet is threatened.
Kip, a reluctant young apprentice, itches for change but doesn't know where to find it.
Sawyer, a lost and lonely newcomer, is just looking for a place to belong.
When a disaster rocks this already fragile community, those Exodans who still call the Fleet their home can no longer avoid the inescapable question:
What is the purpose of a ship that has reached its destination?
PRAISE
'The best speculative fiction currently being written . . . Becky Chambers is a wonder, and I feel better for having her books in my life.' John Connolly, author of the Charlie Parker Thrillers
'Yes, these books really are that good . . . Anyone who scorns sci-fi as a lesser genre really doesn't deserve to read anything as splendid as this.' Joanne Harris, author of Chocolat
'An emotional, moving look at what it means to be human, and the importance of heritage and legacy' Lauren James, author of The Loneliest Girl in the Universe
Critics Review
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PRAISE FOR RECORD OF A SPACEBORN FEW:
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The best speculative fiction currently being written . . . Becky Chambers is a wonder, and I feel better for having her books in my life
John Connolly, author of the Charlie Parker Thrillers
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Richly human, believable [and] compelling . . . underlain with a deep compassion and a feeling for community
Tor.com
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Terrific. . . a masterly exploration of characterisation and diversity wrapped in intensity, heartbreak and tension
Joanne Harris, author of Chocolat
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An intensely powerful and multifaceted meditation on time, history, change, and memory, leavened with a welcome touch of humor . . . This is a superb work from one of the genre's rising stars.
Publishers Weekly
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This novel was exactly what I hoped it would be and more . . . Moving in what feels like small personal ways but is actually big, universal ways and it is uplifting on the same scale
Forbidden Planet
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An emotional, moving look at what it means to be human, and the importance of heritage and legacy
Lauren James, author of The Loneliest Girl in the Universe
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Both fascinating and entertaining... Becky's portrayal of humanity is generous, kind and honest
Geneveive Cogman, author of The Forbidden Library
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Checks all the boxes . . . driven by well-drawn, likable, and diverse characters in a complex future world.
Barnes & Noble
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'Relatable characters in a fascinating universe . . . the writing uplifts and captivates'
Gareth Powell, author of Embers of War
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Beautifully written and fascinating
GeekDad
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PRAISE FOR THE WAYFARERS:
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Deeply moving... the sparky empathy of Chambers' writing [draws] you into these strange creatures' hearts and minds in a way that is never less than deeply involving.
Daily Mail
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A joyous, optimistic space opera... Although it isn't shy about tackling Big Questions, Planet is a heart-warming debut novel that will restore your faith in science fiction (specifically) and humanity (in general).
Tor.com
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A quietly profound, humane tour de force'
Guardian
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Becky Chambers writes aliens like no one else ... the only flaw in this series is you'll wish you could spend more time with all of them
NPR 50 Best Sci-fi and Fantasy Books of the Past Decade
User Reviews
Book 4.8
Narration 5.0
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5.0 5.0
i listened to this book twice in a row. that has never happened before.
this book carries an immense emotional depth, where all the characters' reactions on the events that unfold are described in a way that makes the book feel very personal.
i think i will carry this story in my mind for a long time!davogotland 2024-02-19
Details
- Author
- Becky Chambers
- Narrator
- Patricia Rodriguez Rodriguez
- Duration
- 13 hours 6 minutes
- Release Date
- 24 July 2018
- ISBN
- 9781473647633
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- Hodder & Stoughton
- Genre
- Adventure / action fiction, Science fiction, Science fiction: space opera
- Rating
- 4.8(9 reviews)
- Narration
- 5.0(9 reviews)
Synopsis
'The best speculative fiction currently being written' John Connolly *THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER AND HUGO AWARD WINNER FOR BEST SERIES* From the ground, we stand. From our ship, we live. By the stars, we hope.The incredible new novel by Becky Chambers, author of the beloved The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet.#SpacebornFewCenturies after the last humans left Earth, the Exodus Fleet is a living relic, a place many are from but few outsiders have seen. Humanity has finally been accepted into the galactic community, but while this has opened doors for many, those who have not yet left for alien cities fear that their carefully cultivated way of life is under threat.Tessa chose to stay home when her brother Ashby left for the stars, but has to question that decision when her position in the Fleet is threatened.Kip, a reluctant young apprentice, itches for change but doesn't know where to find it.Sawyer, a lost and lonely newcomer, is just looking for a place to belong.When a disaster rocks this already fragile community, those Exodans who still call the Fleet their home can no longer avoid the inescapable question:What is the purpose of a ship that has reached its destination?PRAISE'The best speculative fiction currently being written . . . Becky Chambers is a wonder, and I feel better for having her books in my life.' John Connolly, author of the Charlie Parker Thrillers'Yes, these books really are that good . . . Anyone who scorns sci-fi as a lesser genre really doesn't deserve to read anything as splendid as this.' Joanne Harris, author of Chocolat'An emotional, moving look at what it means to be human, and the importance of heritage and legacy' Lauren James, author of The Loneliest Girl in the Universe
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