Fearful Symmetry: A Terran Empire novel by Ann Wilson
"Fearful Symmetry: A Terran Empire Novel" by Ann Wilson is a science fiction novel written in the early 1990s. It is set in a future where the Terran Empire is at war with the Traiti, an alien race, and follows Fleet-Captain Arjen of Clan D'gameh as he carries out a controversial mission involving a Ranger named Esteban Tarlac. The narrative engages with themes of honor, duty, and the complexities of interspecies relations
amidst a backdrop of conflict. The opening of the novel introduces Fleet-Captain Arjen, who feels morally conflicted about a mission that involves a deceitful strategy, violating established norms of warfare. As the Traiti prepare for an ambush against a Terran elite Ranger, Tarlac, aboard his Imperial battle cruiser, faces unexpected danger and must navigate a delicate situation that could either escalate hostilities or present an opportunity for peace. The chapter establishes the stark contrasts and underlying tensions between the two races while introducing personal stakes, particularly around the Ranger’s acceptance of an Ordeal that could lead to unexpected consequences for both him and the Traiti. Tarlac's journey evolves from being an enemy combatant to potentially becoming part of the Traiti clan, hinting at significant character development driven by themes of trust and alliance in the midst of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Wilson, Ann |
|---|---|
| Title | Fearful Symmetry: A Terran Empire novel |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 25743 |
| Release Date | Jun 9, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 3, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Copyrighted. Read the copyright notice inside this book for details. |
| Downloads | 350 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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