
#143 in Science fiction
Translation State
- 363
- Pages
- about 7 h
- Reading time
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About the book
Translation State is a 2023 science fiction novel by Ann Leckie. Set after the events of her Imperial Radch trilogy and her novel Provenance, it follows three characters whose paths intersect with the Presger, an alien species instrumental to the universe's political balance.
Where the score comes from
The sources average 8.0 across 255 ratings — not yet many, so the reader vote carries 58% of the weight and the rest pulls toward the Science fiction average of 7.8. That is how 7.9 comes out.
| Source | Average | Ratings | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Library | 7.3 | 6 | 2% |
| Hardcover | 8.1 | 249 | 98% |
Frequently asked
What is Translation State rated?
7.9 out of 10, from 255 reader ratings across 2 independent sources.
Is Translation State worth reading?
Readers give it 7.9/10 from 255 ratings, which puts it ahead of 29 % of the Science fiction shelf.
How long does it take to read Translation State?
About 7 hours at an average reading pace — 363 pages.
Where does Translation State rank?
#143 in Science fiction on the current snapshot.
How long is Translation State?
It has 363 pages — longer than 53% of the ranked books in Science fiction.
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