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Beggars in Spain
Published 1993 by William Morrow · 438 pages
Hugo · 1994
FinalistNebula · 1994
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4 award entries · 2 books · 0 wins · 1994–1996
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Synopsis
Leisha Camden is one of a group of children genetically engineered never to sleep, giving them more productive hours than ordinary humans. As the Sleepless gain power and attract resentment, they debate what they owe people who need support but cannot reciprocate — the 'beggars in Spain.'
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Details
- Series
- Sleepless · Book 1
- Author nationality
- United States
- ISBN
- 9780688121891