Record of a Spaceborn Few

Published:: July 24, 2018
Author:: Chambers, Becky
Genre:: Science Fiction, Fiction, Audiobook, Space Opera, LGBT, Queer, Space
Rating:: 5
date finished:: 2018-08-12
dates reread::

Description

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?

Review

Just as good as the first two

Quietly important book with a powerful message. If the first book was about found family and the second what it means to be human, then this book is all about identity and roots. What it means to belong somewhere and the different ways that can manifest. And how you don't necessarily need to stay to still belong. Simply beautiful book.

Planted: Wednesday 18 June 2025
Last tended: Sunday 13 July 2025