Glory Season

In this thrilling adventure by the bestselling author of Startide Rising, a woman finds herself in peril on the high seas of another planet, facing a mystery that will completely alter her world. On Planet Stratos, society is dominated by clans of genetically identical females. While natural conceptions are allowed, they are only permitted during the summertime. Girls born as variants, known as 'vars' for their despised uniqueness, must leave their clan residences to forge their own risky paths in a world ruled by clones.

Maia and her sister, Leie, have reached the age where they must seek their fortunes, but as variants, their options are limited. When the sisters secure work on trading vessels, tragedy strikes as Leie goes missing at sea. Now, Maia embarks on a challenging journey, fueled by rumors of a mysterious arrival from distant stars that could alter the isolation of Stratos from the rest of humanity.

Little did anyone expect that a solitary var like Maia would stumble upon a significant secret—one that will shake the foundations of her society and jeopardize the delicate balance engineered by science. Described as "one of the most important SF novels of the year" by The Washington Post Book World, Glory Season is a riveting adventure story filled with both delightful surprises and heart-stopping moments.

The San Diego Union-Tribune praises the novel for its excitement, while Locus commends it for its political intrigue and the fun clash of genders. The Christian Science Monitor lauds David Brin's writing, noting its echoes of esteemed authors like Asimov, Frank Herbert, and Aldous Huxley. With its vividly painted world and diverse characters, Glory Season promises an enthralling and thought-provoking read for all fans of science fiction.

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