The stunning conclusion to the trilogy that began with Ancillary Justice , the only novel ever to win the Hugo , Nebula , and Arthur C. Clarke Awards. For a moment, things seemed to be under control for Breq, the soldier who used to be a warship. Then a search of Athoek Station's slums turns up someone who shouldn't exist and a messenger from the mysterious Presger empire arrives, as does Breq's old enemy, the divided, heavily armed, and possibly insane Anaander Mianaai - ruler of an empire at war with itself. Breq could flee with her ship and crew, but that would leave the people of Athoek in terrible danger. Breq has a desperate plan. The odds aren't good, but that's never stopped her before. Praise for this series: 'Awe-inspiring' Guardian 'Engaging and provocative' SFX 'Mind-blowing' io9.com 'Impressive' NPR 'Genius' Sword and Laser 'Perfection ' Book Smugglers