A review by sparklefarm
Translation State by Ann Leckie

adventurous emotional mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

Listen. You can plop me down anywhere in or around Radch space and I'm going to have a good time. Ann Leckie imagines a sci fi future that's unlike anything else I'm reading currently. On audio this is paired with Adjoa Andoh's evocative narration, who honestly manages a vast array of wild accents. (Welsh-adjacent seems to be the go-to?) It's so enjoyable - I'll read anything Leckie writes.

This book felt structured similarly to Provenance but seemed to avoid whatever pitfall made the "unlikely protagonist gets out of sticky situation" section in Provenance drag for me. I also appreciated the nods to Provenance and made me hope those unlikely protagonists were doing well. I don't consider myself a political intrigue girlie, but whatever Leckie's doing works for me, so kudos to her. More please!

PS I do wish
we got to find out more about Reet's ~progenitor~. Sequel?
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