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Provenance by Ann Leckie

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In Provenance, did you enjoy ...

... the intricate political maneuvering and power struggles?

A Memory Called Empire by Arkady Martine

If you were fascinated by Ingray's navigation of Hwae's layered political schemes and shifting allegiances in Provenance, you'll be enthralled by Mahit Dzmare's struggle to maintain her own identity while entangled in the grand machinations of the Teixcalaanli Empire. The court intrigue, secret deals, and high-stakes diplomacy will keep you gripped.

... a protagonist’s strong personal growth amid societal expectations?

The Goblin Emperor by Katherine Addison

If you enjoyed watching Ingray challenge her own insecurities and grow into her sense of agency, you'll love Maia's journey in The Goblin Emperor. Thrust into a position of unexpected power, Maia must navigate court politics and his own self-doubt to become a ruler in his own right.

... detailed and original worldbuilding?

Ninefox Gambit by Yoon Ha Lee

If the rich tapestry of Hwae’s customs, inheritance systems, and cultural rituals in Provenance drew you in, Ninefox Gambit offers an equally immersive setting. The hexarchate’s bizarre calendrical technology and ritualistic warfare create a world as intricate and compelling as Leckie’s.

... morally complex, ambiguous protagonists?

City Of Stairs by Robert Jackson Bennett

If you appreciated Ingray's struggles with doing what is right versus what is necessary, and how every character in Provenance seemed to carry secrets and mixed motivations, you'll be riveted by Shara Thivani’s investigations in City of Stairs, where loyalties, ethics, and justice are always in question.

... a soft science fiction approach that foregrounds social dynamics and character?

All Systems Red by Martha Wells

If what drew you to Provenance was the focus on character relationships, identity, and social structures rather than just the technology, All Systems Red will resonate with you. Murderbot’s personal journey, interactions with humans, and internal dilemmas take center stage in a distinctly character-driven narrative.

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