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A Memory Called Empire is a 2019 science fiction novel by Arkady Martine that won the Hugo Award for Best Novel, dealing with interstellar politics.
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What major award did 'A Memory Called Empire' win?
Arkady Martine's debut novel won the 2020 Hugo Award for Best Novel. It also won the 2019 Compton Crook Award for the best first science fiction or fantasy novel.
Who is the main character in 'A Memory Called Empire'?
The story follows Mahit Dzmare, an ambassador from the independent Lsel Station who is sent to the vast Teixcalaanli Empire. She must navigate deadly court politics while attempting to discover what happened to her murdered predecessor.
What is the imago technology in Arkady Martine's novel?
In the novel, the citizens of Lsel Station use 'imago' machines, which contain the neural memories and personalities of their predecessors. This allows successors to access the crucial experiences and knowledge of those who held their jobs before them.
Does 'A Memory Called Empire' have a sequel?
Yes, the book is the first entry in the Teixcalaan series and was followed by a direct sequel titled 'A Desolation Called Peace.' The sequel was published in 2021 and won the Hugo Award for Best Novel in 2022.
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