A review by ellianderjoy
Ancestral Night by Elizabeth Bear

adventurous challenging emotional inspiring medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This romp of a space opera takes you along for a wild ride in a sci-fi vision of the future where humans and aliens co-exist and keeping your emotions in check is aided by technology. Intertwined with the space adventure are snippets of Haimey's toxic relationship with her ex, complicated relationship with her biological family and her touchstone friendships with her found family crew (including their ships AI). For fans of space adventures, grumpy lesbians, cats and reluctant heroes!