The Machine's Child by Kage Baker
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Kage Baker's The Machine's Child is a fast-paced and thrilling science fiction novel that is sure to satisfy fans of the genre. It's the seventh book in Baker's Company series, but it can be read as a standalone story.
The plot follows the cyborgs of the Company as they travel through time and space, trying to maintain the flow of history and keep the future on track. But their mission is complicated by the appearance of a mysterious machine, which seems to have its own agenda and a connection to one of the Company's own.
Baker's world-building skills are once again on full display in this book, with vivid descriptions of far-flung future societies and ancient civilizations. The characters are equally well-drawn, with each member of the Company bringing their own unique skills and personalities to the story.
One of the strengths of The Machine's Child is its sense of urgency and excitement. The action scenes are well-executed and thrilling, and the stakes are high throughout the book.
Despite the fast-paced nature of the story, Baker still manages to explore deeper themes about what it means to be human and the nature of consciousness. These themes are woven seamlessly into the plot, giving the book a level of depth that is often missing in science fiction.