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Dryland's End

Felice Picano (1995)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesCity on a Star #1
Setting
CSM age16
Goodreads3.91

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentMild
LanguageMild

Synopsis

"Set five thousand years in the future, Dryland's end takes place in a fabulous techno-empire ruled by intelligent, powerful women. While the Matriarchy has ruled for over two thousand years, and altered human language, thought and society, it is now unraveling. Military rivalries, religious fanaticism and economic competition threaten to destroy the empire from within, just as a fierce rebellion also threatens human existence throughout the galaxy."--P. [4] of cover.

Is Dryland's End appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This far-future space opera features a female-dominated society facing internal collapse through military rivalry, religious extremism, and galactic rebellion. Expect moderate violence typical of military SF and complex political themes.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include war, violence, and religious fanaticism (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Teens interested in feminist science fiction and political intrigue will enjoy this tale of a female-ruled galactic empire facing threats from within and without.

Tags

Military SFSpace OperaFeminist SFPolitical Fantasy