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Some Desperate Glory isn't much like Babel, but I feel like it's in the same general story-space. I recommend it. But HEED THE WARNINGS, they aren't there for decoration. #bookrec
I'm still thinking about whether I like the very end, with the implication that some species are so dangerous they don't get to keep their homeworlds intact. I think part of what Tesh was thinking is that some things, once broken, are impossible to fix. idk.
The warnings: "Some Desperate Glory contains sexist, homophobic, transphobic, racist, and ableist attitudes; sexual assault, including discussion of forced pregnancy; violence; child abuse; radicalization as child abuse; genocide; suicidal ideation; and suicide."
In addition, the front cover is an accurate depiction of a good chunk of the book, IYKWIM, AITYD.