Machine
Machine
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Outer Space • Distant Future
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In "Research Machine" by Elizabeth Bear, a person navigates a future world where technology and memory intersect. The narrative explores themes of identity and knowledge preservation, as the character encounters challenges that question the essence of human memory and technology's impact on personal history.
Informative
Suspenseful
Emotional
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
4,546 ratings
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Review Roundup
Elizabeth Bear's Machine receives praise for its imaginative world-building and complex character development. The narrative intricately explores themes of ethics and technology, resonating well with sci-fi enthusiasts. However, some find the pacing uneven, occasionally marring the immersive experience. Overall, Bear's work is a thought-provoking addition to the genre.
Who Should Read Machine?
Readers who enjoy Machine by Elizabeth Bear are likely fans of complex science fiction with strong female protagonists. They would appreciate books like The Expanse series by James S.A. Corey or Ancillary Justice by Ann Leckie, which blend space opera with deep ethical and philosophical questions.
4,546 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
485
Novel • Fiction
Outer Space • Distant Future
2020
Adult
18+ years
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