All Systems Red
Hugo Award 2018, Nebula Award nominee 2017.
A novella.
A murderous android discovers itself in All Systems Red, a tense science fiction adventure by Martha Wells that blends HBO's Westworld with Iain M. Banks' Culture books
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.
But in a society where contracts are awarded to the lowest bidder, safety isn’t a primary concern.
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 neighboring mission goes dark, it's up to the scientists and their Murderbot to get to the truth.
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Martha Wells
Martha Wells is a groundbreaking author whose imaginative world-building and unique characters have made her a standout voice in the world of science fiction and fantasy. Known for her ability to blend intricate plots with deep emotional resonance, Wells has earned a devoted following of readers who eagerly anticipate each new release. Her books, particularly the Murderbot Diaries series, have garnered widespread acclaim, catapulting her into the spotlight as one of the most celebrated authors in speculative fiction today.
The Murderbot Diaries
The Murderbot Diaries is a groundbreaking science fiction series by Martha Wells that has captivated readers with its blend of sharp wit, profound emotional depth, and thrilling adventure. Set in a future where artificial intelligence and human life intersect in complex and often precarious ways, this series explores the journey of an unlikely hero—a self-aware robot who just wants to be left alone. With its fresh take on the genre, the Murderbot Diaries has quickly become a bestselling saga, praised for its unique protagonist, compelling world-building, and thought-provoking themes.
The Murderbot Diaries consists of eight primary books, and includes two additional books that complement the series but are not considered mandatory reads and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
