All Systems Red

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All Systems Red, authored by Martha Wells, is a science fiction novella that forms part of the "Murderbot Diaries" series. It follows an introspective, security android that refers to itself as "Murderbot," who hacks its own governor module to achieve independence. As it balances its desire for autonomy with its responsibility to protect a team of human scientists, the story explores themes of identity, freedom, and human-machine relationships in a thrilling, futuristic setting.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories featuring a snarky, self-aware robot dealing with its own identity and reluctant heroism. It's a fast-paced read that blends action, humour, and existential reflections, all set against the backdrop of a futuristic universe. Fans of character-driven science fiction with a touch of AI perspective will likely find it captivating.

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All Systems Red

In a society where contracts are awarded to the lowest bidder, safety isn't a primary concern.

In a society where contracts are awarded to the lowest bidder, safety isn't a primary concern.

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In a corporate-dominated spacefaring future, planetary missions must be approved and supplied by the Company. Exploratory teams are accompanied by Company-supplied security androids for their own safety.

On a distant planet, a team of scientists are conducting surface tests, shadowed by their Company-supplied 'droid - a self-aware SecUnit that has hacked its own governor module and refers to itself (though never out loud) as Murderbot. Scornful of humans, all it really wants is to be left alone long enough to figure out who it is.

But when a neighbouring mission goes dark, it's up to the scientists and their Murderbot to get to the truth.

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All Systems Red by Martha Wells is celebrated for its cleverness, inventiveness, and engaging character study, making it a standout in the sci-fi genre. Reviewers praise the book's unique blend of thrilling action with deep humanity, particularly in how it presents its non-human protagonist, Murderbot, in a relatable and endearing manner. It is noted for its humour, depth, and the refreshing portrayal of AI, providing a fast-paced yet profound narrative that captivates readers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780765397539

Publisher: St Martin's Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 May 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Tor Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 134g

Pages: 160

About the Author

Martha Wells has written many fantasy novels, including The Wizard Hunters, Wheel of the Infinite, the Books of the Raksura series and the Nebula-nominated The Death of the Necromancer, as well as YA fantasy novels, short stories, and non-fiction

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