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An Unkindness of Ghosts is a 2017 science fiction novel written by Rivers Solomon. Set aboard the Matilda, a massive generation ship traveling through space, the narrative follows a protagonist named Aster who investigates the ship's brutal, deeply entrenched racial caste system. The story serves as a direct allegory for the antebellum American South, exploring themes of slavery, trauma, and systemic inequality. It is intended for readers of literary Afrofuturism and socially conscious speculative fiction.
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An Unkindness of Ghosts scores 7.36/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Novel category.
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