Glory Season

In this thrilling adventure by the bestselling author of Startide Rising, a woman finds herself in peril on the high seas of a distant planet. The planet, known as Stratos, is ruled by clans of genetically identical females. While natural conceptions are allowed, they are only permitted during the summertime. Girls born through natural conception, referred to as 'vars' due to their despised uniqueness, must leave their clan homes to forge their own hazardous paths in a world inhabited by clones.

Maia and her sister, Leie, are at a crossroads as variants with limited prospects. Tragedy strikes when Leie goes missing at sea while working on trading vessels, leaving Maia to embark on a challenging journey. Rumors swirl that someone or something has arrived from across the stars, potentially breaking Stratos' isolation from the rest of humanity.

Unexpectedly, Maia stumbles upon a powerful secret that threatens the carefully constructed balance of her society. This revelation forces her to question everything she knows and challenges the status quo. Praise for the novel includes accolades from The Washington Post Book World, The San Diego Union-Tribune, Locus, and The Christian Science Monitor, all highlighting the thrilling and thought-provoking nature of Glory Season. With echoes of influential authors like Asimov, Frank Herbert, and Aldous Huxley, Brin's meticulously crafted world is a vibrant tapestry filled with surprises, political intrigue, and scientific wonder.

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