by Robin Sloan, review 7 of 2024
Told through the unusual lens of a sentient fungus inside a 12 year old boy named Ariel, the reader comes along on a coming-of-age quest to discover Ariel’s path and purpose on an Earth thousands of years in the future. The planet is now ruled by “dragons” that were originally created by humans to scope out the universe, animals lead, and many forms of technology are prohibited. What could have been a daunting narrative turns into a pleasant romp due to the endearing companions Ariel meets along the way that have created a compelling world that is both familiar and completely foreign.
Would recommend to anyone who loved the Monk and Robot duology by Becky Chambers.
Thank you to the publisher, author, and NetGalley for this audiobook for review purposes.
Categories: Fiction, Science fiction, Fantasy (Cozy)
Content Warning: War, Post Climate Disaster, AI Overlords