A review by jennifermreads
Artificial Condition by Martha Wells

adventurous funny tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

The Murderbot Diaries has been on my TBR for entirely too long. Having listened to the first installment on the opening leg of our recent road trip, we are very glad that, when I borrowed the first novella from the library, I had the foresight to download the second volume at the same time. 

So, on our return trip, we got to go on Murderbot’s mission to discover how he earned his name. But, bonus of all bonuses, we also got to meet ART who immediately began competing for title of “our favorite robot.” 

This was another fast-paced, quick read. Because of the snappy dialogue and rapid plot movement, it is a perfect choice for a road trip read. Be aware, though, if you have kids along for the ride, there is a now-reassigned/slaved “sex bot” as well as gun violence. 
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