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A review by sweekune
The Galaxy, and the Ground Within by Becky Chambers
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
4.5/5
"I don't want to leave..." This was how I felt upon finishing this book and therefore the Wayfarer series. The Galaxy and the Ground Within was like its prequels, a snapshot of a place and time, this time exploring a transit planet and the interactions of the guests temporarily stranded there.
- With the other books, I came to an understanding that they were independent but connected, and whilst you would get more out of them if you read the previous books, it wasn't essential to read them in order. This fourth installment changed my mind. It occurred to me all the overarching world-building that Chambers has done. The plot involves only non-human characters and I believe this was only achieved and done well because of the author's ability to create and show in previous books.
- The characters were definitely varied and I enjoyed how they interacted and tentatively formed bonds. I think my favourite character this time round was Roveg though they all gave me food for thought.
- Back to my initial statement: I just don't want to leave. I want to stay in this universe more and learn everything I can. The books feel so homely, well built, and just right.
Absolutely recommend the entire series. Anyone who enjoys sci-fi, world-building or just cosy book should read this series.
"I don't want to leave..." This was how I felt upon finishing this book and therefore the Wayfarer series. The Galaxy and the Ground Within was like its prequels, a snapshot of a place and time, this time exploring a transit planet and the interactions of the guests temporarily stranded there.
- With the other books, I came to an understanding that they were independent but connected, and whilst you would get more out of them if you read the previous books, it wasn't essential to read them in order. This fourth installment changed my mind. It occurred to me all the overarching world-building that Chambers has done. The plot involves only non-human characters and I believe this was only achieved and done well because of the author's ability to create and show in previous books.
- The characters were definitely varied and I enjoyed how they interacted and tentatively formed bonds. I think my favourite character this time round was Roveg though they all gave me food for thought.
- Back to my initial statement: I just don't want to leave. I want to stay in this universe more and learn everything I can. The books feel so homely, well built, and just right.
Absolutely recommend the entire series. Anyone who enjoys sci-fi, world-building or just cosy book should read this series.