The Vanished Birds A Novel
The Vanished Birds A Novel by Simon Jimenez, published by Random House Worlds on January 26, 2021, is a thought-provoking narrative that explores the complexities of connection across space and time. This 416-page work presents a mysterious child who lands in the care of a solitary woman, leading to transformative experiences for both. The story intertwines the lives of a ship captain, a mute child with immense power, and a millennia-old woman burdened by her past, as they seek love and belonging amidst the challenges posed by their histories.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of themes in this science fiction tale, including the exploration of family dynamics and the impact of choices that shape lives. The narrative delves into the characters’ struggles as they navigate their relationships and confront the past that threatens to disrupt their newfound connections. With elements of action and adventure, The Vanished Birds invites readers to reflect on the nature of belonging and the weight of history in a captivating space opera setting.
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A “highly imaginative and utterly exhilarating” (Thrillist) debut that is “the best of what science fiction can be: a thought-provoking, heartrending story about the choices that define our lives” (Kirkus Reviews, Best Debut Fiction and Best Science Fiction & Fantasy of the Year).
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A mysterious child lands in the care of a solitary woman, changing both of their lives forever.
I expected many things from this trip. I did not expect a family.
A ship captain, unfettered from time. A mute child, burdened with unimaginable power. A millennia-old woman, haunted by lifetimes of mistakes. In this captivating debut of connection across space and time, these outsiders will find in each other the things they lack: a place of love and belonging. A safe haven. A new beginning.
But the past hungers for them, and when it catches up, it threatens to tear this makeshift family apart.
Praise for The Vanished Birds
“This is the most impressive debut of 2020.”—Locus
“This extraordinary science fiction epic, which delves deep into the perils of failing to learn from one’s mistakes, is perfect for fans of big ideas and intimate reflections.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“A lyrical and moving narrative of space travel, found families, and lost loves set against an evocative space-opera background.”—Booklist (starred review)
“The Vanished Birds finds an intimate heartbeat of longing in a saga of galactic progress and its crushing fallout. . . . A novel of vast scope that yet makes time for compassion, wonder, and poetry.”—Indra Das, author of The Devourers
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