by Becky Chambers
Published 2016
'NEVER LESS THAN DEEPLY INVOLVING' DAILY MAIL 'SO MUCH FUN' HEAT 'WARM, ENGAGING' GUARDIAN A warm, comforting, big-hearted stand-alone set in the same world as the award-winning The Long way to Small Angry Planet. Lovelace was once merely a ship's artificial intelligence. When she wakes up in an new body, following a total system shut-down and reboot, she has to start over in a synthetic body, in a world where her kind are illegal. She's never felt so alone. But she's not alone, not really. Pepper, one of the engineers who risked life and limb to reinstall Lovelace, is determined to help her adjust to her new world. Because Pepper knows a thing or two about starting over. Together, Pepper and Lovey will discover that, huge as the galaxy may be, it's anything but empty. READERS LOVE BECKY CHAMBERS 'An emotional read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Wonderful, humane SF' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'It's a gentle and sweet read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Chambers is truly a master of Character Driven fiction' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This world she has built is a vibrant, eclectic, multi-cultural joy to read about' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“This voice offers a warm, velvety tone with a soothing low register, perfect for creating the intimate, fireside-like experience needed for a cozy sci-fi narrative.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“Kira's articulate and grounded delivery, combined with a naturally resonant and expressive quality, makes her an ideal choice for thoughtful and engaging storytelling.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“The voice of Gabriela brings a warm, grounded, and expressive quality with calm authority, ensuring a reassuring and present narrative presence.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Pleasant
“Maya's smooth and calm delivery, described as velvety and consistent, provides a pleasant and fluid narration without sharp edges, fitting the book's inviting tone.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Wise
“Angela provides a warm, friendly, and empathetic tone, well-suited for a big-hearted narrative that requires a wise and approachable storyteller.”
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An artificial intelligence learning to navigate a new synthetic body and a world where her kind is illegal. Her voice should convey initial tentativeness and curiosity, evolving towards growing confidence.
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Pleasant
“Nikki's pure, fresh, and angelic tone, bright and expressive, can beautifully convey Lovelace's initial tentativeness and evolving curiosity, despite being labeled middle-aged.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“Anna's gentle and soothing voice, with a warm, inviting tone and natural flow, would be excellent for Lovelace's earnest and calm demeanor as she learns about the world.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“Diana's soft, calm, and captivating presence, with hints of innocence, aligns well with Lovelace's gentle and curious nature, allowing for growth in confidence.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“Daphne's friendly, calm, and clear American female voice with a warm, conversational tone can portray Lovelace's developing personality as she becomes more comfortable.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Meditative
“Hailey's whispery, gentle, and intimate voice could uniquely represent Lovelace's internal thoughts and delicate learning process, emphasizing her initial vulnerability.”
A resilient engineer who has experience with starting over, determined to help Lovelace. Her voice should be practical, warm, and supportive, with an underlying strength.
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Confident
“Pam's calm and steady delivery, combined with a sense of being a 'great commander of audience,' perfectly captures Pepper's practical, supportive, and underlying strength.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Professional
“Sydney's warm, professional, and approachable tone, described as natural and conversational, is a strong match for Pepper's resilient and practical character.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Confident
“Jane Reader's confident, cosmopolitan, and rhythmic elocution provides the ideal vocal texture for Pepper's determined and supportive personality.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Confident
“Leanne's rhythmic, calm, and controlled voice, with a rich and melodic quality, would effectively convey Pepper's warm and supportive nature with an undercurrent of strength.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Pleasant
“Lola's rich, robust, and well-enunciated voice, suitable for interviews and informational broadcasts, fits Pepper's practical and straightforward communication style.”