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Synopsis
Alien Earth by Megan Lindholm (also known as Robin Hobb) is a science fiction novel set in a distant future where humanity has fled a devastated Earth to live under the guidance of an alien race called the Arthroplana. When a small crew—led by Captain John aboard the sentient starship Evangeline—is sent on a secret mission to return to their long-abandoned home planet, they uncover buried truths about Earth’s fate, the nature of their alien overseers, and what it truly means to be human. Blending ecological themes with questions of identity, memory, and belonging, Lindholm delivers a thoughtful and character-driven exploration of humanity’s relationship with its past and its planet.
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Is Alien Earth appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A thoughtful, character-driven sci-fi exploration of humanity's relationship with Earth featuring ecological themes and philosophical questions about identity and belonging. Minimal violence, no sexual content or strong language.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include abandonment and trauma.
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Who'll love this
Readers who enjoy contemplative science fiction with big ideas about humanity, aliens, and ecological themes will appreciate this character-focused journey.