
explorer / books · 2020
A Memory Called Empire
Published 2019 by Tor Books · 464 pages
Hugo · 2020
WinnerNebula · 2020
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4 award entries · 2 books · 2 wins · 2020–2022
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Synopsis
When Mahit Dzmare arrives at the heart of the vast Teixcalaanli Empire as her small space station's new ambassador, she discovers her predecessor is dead and the neural implant carrying his consciousness is malfunctioning. Navigating court intrigue and political conspiracy, she must protect her station's independence while uncovering who killed the last ambassador — and why.
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Details
- Series
- Teixcalaan · Book 1
- Author nationality
- United States
- ISBN
- 9781250186430








