It has a dark past -- one in which a number of humans were killed. A past that caused it to christen itself "Murderbot."
But it has only vague memories of the massacre that spawned that title, and it wants to know more.
Teaming up with a Research Transport vessel named ART (you don't want to know what the "A" stands for), Murderbot heads to the mining facility where it went rogue.
What it discovers will forever change the way it thinks...
Reading guide
Why read Artificial Condition?
Published in 2018, Artificial Condition reflects contemporary themes and storytelling that resonates with today's readers.
It sits at the crossroads of Science Fiction, Fiction, and Space, making it appealing to readers with varied tastes who enjoy stories that defy easy classification.
Available on Bookble for readers looking to explore Martha Wells's work and build a focused reading list.
Recommendations
Books like Artificial Condition
If you enjoy Martha Wells's voice, explore All Systems Red, Rogue Protocol, and Exit Strategy from the same author to continue in a familiar style.
Within Science Fiction, readers who liked Artificial Condition often gravitate toward A Storm of Swords, Tress of the Emerald Sea, and Flowers for Algernon — each sharing thematic DNA while offering a different perspective.