Provenance
Provenance
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Hwae • Far Future
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Ann Leckie's Provenance, a person named Ingray seeks to release a prisoner to gain favor and status in a complex, politically-driven society. The story explores themes of identity, heritage, and trust, with Ingray navigating through familial and societal challenges to achieve their goals amid intricate relationships and power dynamics.
Informative
Adventurous
Emotional
Bittersweet
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Ann Leckie's Provenance receives mixed reviews. Critics praise its intricate world-building and exploration of identity and legacy. The complex plot and rich cultural details are highlights. However, some find the pacing uneven and the character development lacking depth. Overall, it engages fans of Leckie's universe with its thoughtful approach.
Who Should Read Provenance?
A reader who enjoys Provenance by Ann Leckie likely appreciates thought-provoking science fiction with intricate political dynamics and character-driven narratives. Fans of Leckie's Ancillary Justice or Ursula K. Le Guin's The Dispossessed will find similar themes of identity and social structures captivating.
25,274 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Hwae • Far Future
2017
Adult
18+ years
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