Lucky’s Harvest
Lucky’s Harvest by Ian Watson, published by VGSF in 1994, is a science fiction narrative that spans 537 pages. The story follows Lucky, who, as a young girl, was part of a space-going mining commune that unearthed an asteroid hiding the remains of serpentine aliens and humanoids. This discovery leads to the revelation that the asteroid is an Ukko, a mysterious entity responsive to storytelling. Centuries later, Lucky remains alive, altered by her experiences with the Ukko, and her unpredictable nature shapes the lives of those around her.
Readers will encounter a tale that intertwines themes of longevity and transformation, as Lucky’s unique existence affects her consort Bertel and the men who become involved with her daughters. The narrative explores the implications of her connection to the Ukko and the consequences of her actions on future generations. This edition, presented in English, invites readers into a complex world where the boundaries of life and storytelling blur, offering a thought-provoking experience within the realm of science fiction.
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When she was a young girl Lucky belonged to a space-going mining commune which came upon an asteroid whose caves concealed the bones of serpentine aliens and humanoids. It was Lucky who discovered that the rock was an Ukko, a mysterious entity which would respond to stories told to it. Centuries later Lucky, altered by the Ukko, is still alive, though capricious and sometimes crazy. By mating with her, her consort Bertel has had his life prolonged for centuries, as will the men who first bed her daughters – Lucky’s harvest
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