Part of Ender's Saga by Orson Scott Card, book 2
First published 1996
Years after the devastating Bugger Wars, Ender Wiggin is summoned to a distant colony to speak for the dead - to uncover the truth about an alien civilization. Haunted by his past role as humanity's savior, Ender must confront his own fears and biases to understand the alien "Piggies" and prevent another interstellar conflict. As he delves into their mysterious ways, Ender discovers that the fate of two species hangs in the balance, forcing him to make an agonizing choice that will echo through the stars.
Genres: fiction, science-fiction, literary-fiction, adventure
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, redemption
Setting: Mei Guo
Period: Xiandai
304 pages · Paperback · Tor Books