A Desolation Called Peace

In the sequel to "A Memory Called Empire," Arkady Martine's Hugo Award-winning novel, Fleet Captain Nine Hibiscus is tasked with winning a war against an alien threat that lurks on the edges of Teixcalaanli space. To find a diplomatic solution, he has sent for an envoy to contact the mysterious invaders, Mahit Dzmare and Three Seagrass. They must attempt to negotiate with a hostile entity without triggering the destruction of themselves and the Empire, which could change the face of Teixcalaan forever.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 496 pages
Publication date: 17 February 2022
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

A Desolation Called Peace, the captivating space opera sequel to Arkady Martine's Hugo Award-winning novel A Memory Called Empire, takes readers on an epic journey into the depths of Teixcalaanli space. As an alien threat looms on the horizon, the fate of the empire hangs in the balance. Fleet Captain Nine Hibiscus, tasked with winning a war against this enigmatic adversary, finds herself in a race against time to find a diplomatic solution. In a desperate bid to prevent the destruction of themselves and the empire, Mahit Dzmare and Three Seagrass, both grappling with the aftermath of the recent upheaval, are dispatched as envoys to initiate contact with the mysterious invaders.

As they navigate the treacherous waters of negotiations, Mahit and Three Seagrass face an impossible task: they must attempt to negotiate with a hostile entity without inadvertently triggering the destruction of themselves and the Empire. The outcome of their mission could reshape the very fabric of Teixcalaan forever.

A Desolation Called Peace is a masterfully crafted sequel that delves deeper into the complex political dynamics, intricate relationships, and personal struggles of the characters. With its stunning world-building, compelling plot, and thought-provoking themes, this book is a must-read for fans of space opera and science fiction alike.

In the words of acclaimed author Ann Leckie, "All-round brilliant space opera, I absolutely loved it." Yoon Ha Lee, another renowned author, praises A Memory Called Empire as "A cutting, beautiful, human adventure. . . The best SF novel I've read in the last five years."

Join Mahit and Three Seagrass on their perilous journey as they navigate the complexities of interstellar diplomacy and confront the ultimate test of their courage and resilience. A Desolation Called Peace is a testament to Arkady Martine's talent as a storyteller and a reminder of the power of imagination and storytelling to transport readers to new worlds and inspire them to think critically about the world we live in.

Weight: 348g
Dimension: 198 x 168 x 36 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529001648