Moon, once a solitary wanderer, has become consort to Jade, sister queen of the Indigo Cloud court. Together, they travel with their people on a pair of flying ships in hopes of finding a new home for their colony. Moon finally feels like he’s found a tribe where he belongs. But when the travelers reach the ancestral home of Indigo Cloud, shrouded within the trunk of a mountain-sized tree, they discover a blight infecting its core. Nearby they find the remains of the invaders who may be responsible, as well as evidence of a devastating theft. This discovery sends Moon and the hunters of Indigo Cloud on a quest for the heartstone of the tree - a quest that will lead them far away, across the Serpent Sea.
In this followup to The Cloud Roads, Martha Wells returns with a world-spanning odyssey, a mystery that only provokes more questions and the adventure of a lifetime.
Also listen to the first book, The Cloud Roads.
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"Wells… spins an exciting adventure around an alien hero who anyone can identify with." (Publishers Weekly)
"Best Science Fiction I've Ever Read!"
I'm not sure. I have only purchased the audio edition.
I loved Moon's adventure and his character growth from visiting the neighboring court with genuine Consorts to his internal struggle with himself as he must work alongside another solitary. The entire book is filled with adventure, and Moon is finally learning to accept himself for who he is and find a home with Indigo-Cloud and Jade!
My favorite scene is the one in which Moon confronts the solitary, Rift about his murder and lies. He finally realizes that he is not the same person as the latter.
The death of Flower really made me sad! It was really unexpected...
I recommend this book to everyone! I have never been a big Science Fiction fan, and I was surprised to find how much I love this book! The characters are relatable and not over the top perfect in beauty or character, this is especially true for the main character, Moon. It is a book that you don't want to turn off!
"I didn't want it to end!"
Enjoyed all of the well-developed characters thoroughly.
Picturing the Island where the "floating ships" were....beautiful scenery come alive with words.
Again, I'll say I was sad to hear the end of this second book. I use audio books for commuting and there were many times I wished I could have sat in my car and listened longer!
"Excellent Series. Eagerly awaiting the next book."
I loved the story but the narration and production was very well done. I would have to say the whole package!
It's different and thanks to the author's talent this "world" is not too complex to understand.
That I totally forgot I was listening to an audio book.
Yes!
no
Friendly Dragon
"A different type of fantasy."
So, I went into this series not expecting much at all. To be honest, I was expecting something written badly but I was pleasantly surprised. So here we go:
-At first, I did not like the narrator and thought his voices where corny, but he grew on me and I ended up enjoying him
- The book was actually pretty clever and overall, it was very different from other things I have read.
- I feel that there needs to be more to this series, it does not seem to have an end. This is a good thing!
"So Brilliant - We are left breathless"
The characters - real, earthy, detailed, ironic, a culture come alive
Everything has consequence. You could feel the impact on a culture with a different physiology.
This was a stunning performance by someone who truly understood the author's intent. He "got it."
The whole family inhaled the book.
Give us more!!!
I'm a mother of nine wonderful children, 4 daughters and 5 sons. 14 grandchildren all of whom I have encouraged to read read read. Love the audible way so I can either sew or draw !
"Want More !"
As Moon helps his new found friends search for a very important piece of their heritage, Moon faces internal as well as external issues in his personal values with all the new peoples he meets. Wish this weren't the end as it seems, such a good story !
Avid Reader - mostly sci fi, but I love some of the classics as well.
"Okay, but nothing great"
Definitely in the middle
More depth into the world and characters.
No
It was entertaining, just nothing I would exclaim over.
Reading Mama
"Wonderful & Amazing World"
A wonderful continuation of the story and characters introduced in The Cloud Roads, can't wait for the 3rd installment. The world created by Martha Wells is simply amazing, I can see it all in my mind's eye as the story unfolds.
"Great book, I would highly recommend it"
This second book in the series is just as good as the first one. The author has a great ability to take animal behavior and intertwine it with human society. The characters are well-thought out and the book keeps you interested all the way through. Can't wait for the next one.
"Great fantasy lit!"
The first book is better, as this one is a little predictable, but it's quite original at the same time