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Mary Robinette Kowal's *The Calculating Stars* is an alternate history novel that imagines a world where a devastating meteor strike accelerates climate change and spurs humanity to pursue space exploration. The story follows Elma York, a brilliant mathematician and pilot who fights for her place in the space program while confronting sexism and societal prejudice. It combines compelling characters with scientifically plausible scenarios, making it both entertaining and thought-provoking.

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What is The Calculating Stars?
Mary Robinette Kowal's *The Calculating Stars* is an alternate history novel that imagines a world where a devastating meteor strike accelerates climate change and spurs humanity to pursue space exploration. The story follows Elma York, a brilliant mathematician and pilot who fights for her place in the space program while confronting sexism and societal prejudice. It combines compelling characters with scientifically plausible scenarios, making it both entertaining and thought-provoking.
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The Calculating Stars scores 8.0/10 (Very Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Book category.
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