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American fantasy and science fiction writer (pen name of Alis A. Rasmussen); author of the Crown of Stars, Crossroads and Spiritwalker series and the space opera Unconquerable Sun.
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The Pride of ChanurBook C. J. Cherryh
The Pride of Chanur and its sequels were not the first Cherryh I read; I could have chosen many of her books, or her entire Alliance-Union universe.
Five Books interview: the best books on The Best Space Opera Books
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The Vanished BirdsBook Simon Jimenez
The Vanished Birds is a novel that is thoughtful, character-driven, and literary.
Five Books interview: the best books on The Best Space Opera Books
2023-06-11·fivebooks.com ↗
A Fire Upon the DeepBook Vernor Vinge
A Fire Upon the Deep is a classic example of a novel that uses a big idea to power and amplify its plot.
Five Books interview: the best books on The Best Space Opera Books
2023-06-11·fivebooks.com ↗
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