Martine, Arkady - A Memory Called Empire

• Title: A Memory Called Empire
• Author: Arkady Martine
• Genre: Science Fiction, Space Opera, LGBTQ+
• Publisher: Tor Books
• Release Date: March 12, 2019
• ISBN: 9781529001594

Description

• Synopsis: A young diplomat from a conquered world must navigate the complexities of a vast interstellar empire while uncovering a deadly conspiracy.
• Blurb: When a promising young diplomat is sent to the heart of the Teixcalaan Empire, she must use all her wit and cunning to survive the treacherous court politics and uncover the secrets that threaten to destroy the fragile peace. Amidst the political intrigue, she forms a deep connection with her cultural liaison, challenging societal norms and exploring the complexities of identity and desire.

Relevant Tags

science fiction, space opera, diplomacy, politics, conspiracy, empire, alien culture, LGBTQ+, queer representation

Themes

• Power and Corruption: Explores the corrupting influence of power within a vast empire.
• Cultural Exchange: Delves into the complexities of intercultural relationships and misunderstandings.
• Identity and Belonging: Examines the challenges of finding one's place in a foreign and often hostile environment.
• LGBTQ+ Representation: Features a same-sex relationship between the protagonist and her cultural liaison, challenging traditional gender roles and sexual orientations within the alien culture.