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The Ethics of Hope
Stranded in uncharted space after the malfunction of their experimental Hawking Engine, Derek, Jacob and Vicky struggle to survive in their damaged spacecraft and hold onto the impossible hope that they will make it home.
Several hundred lightyears away, their friends and colleagues on Earth work against the odds to overcome the very real limits of their technology and make a way for the crew to return. But not everyone is convinced the mission is worth the resources, and tensions mount in this captivating sequel to Random Walk.
Several hundred lightyears away, their friends and colleagues on Earth work against the odds to overcome the very real limits of their technology and make a way for the crew to return. But not everyone is convinced the mission is worth the resources, and tensions mount in this captivating sequel to Random Walk.
274 pages, Paperback
Published December 7, 2021
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Rachel Lulich
7 books51 followersRachel Lulich is a writer, editor, and Air Force veteran. When she's not out exploring the world herself, she likes creating worlds for other people to enjoy.
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July 18, 2023
What a gripping read! Bought the next book as soon as I finished this one!
January 7, 2022
I loved the first book in this series. The second book, well, it's even better. I want to start the third yesterday!!! Fantastic story, great writing. I feel I'm getting smarter with every page, and the characters are more human, more relatable with every chapter.
December 14, 2021
The Ethics of Hope by Rachel Lulich is part two in the Fractured Galaxy series. It continues the story of three astronauts whose mission to Mars was derailed when their ship passed through a wormhole and landed in a far remote part of the galaxy. Through a new technology called entangled particles, they regain a limited ability to communicate with ground control back on Earth. The main thrust of Ethics of Hope is the desperate efforts to bring their spaceship back to a part of the universe that is closer to home. The NASA crew does their best to help by troubleshooting and relaying instructions while the astronauts risk their lives with each new procedure.
The Ethics of Hope, like its predecessor, Random Walk, is a delight to read. The almost hopeless plight of the astronauts hangs in the air like a dark shadow over every scene, providing the tension that drives the series forward. Yet, the author keeps the focus on the humanity of her characters, working through each problem together as a team. The three astronauts, who are painted so realistically in the story that they become like good friends to the reader, along with many of the NASA characters that are equally relatable and well-described, are the real stars of this show. The Ethics of Hope is also full of real science described in just the right amount of detail to make the story believable. The author also seems to have inside information on how things work in the world of astronauts and ground control, which gives the story a feeling of authenticity.
I highly recommend The Ethics of Hope for science fiction fans who enjoy stories of high-stakes danger told through a lens of strong characters, realism, and intelligence.
The Ethics of Hope, like its predecessor, Random Walk, is a delight to read. The almost hopeless plight of the astronauts hangs in the air like a dark shadow over every scene, providing the tension that drives the series forward. Yet, the author keeps the focus on the humanity of her characters, working through each problem together as a team. The three astronauts, who are painted so realistically in the story that they become like good friends to the reader, along with many of the NASA characters that are equally relatable and well-described, are the real stars of this show. The Ethics of Hope is also full of real science described in just the right amount of detail to make the story believable. The author also seems to have inside information on how things work in the world of astronauts and ground control, which gives the story a feeling of authenticity.
I highly recommend The Ethics of Hope for science fiction fans who enjoy stories of high-stakes danger told through a lens of strong characters, realism, and intelligence.
December 13, 2021
Wow...Rachel is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors.
I have an ebook version of this so I read half of it and had the other half of it read to me. Add to that the fact that I am absolutely TERRIBLE at names...and this is some of the best character writing I have in recent memory. I almost feel like I know the main characters, and during the book I could tell who was talking even if I missed the name. Everything from the choice of words, the type of jokes made, even just the way they react screams out individuals.
The science (as far as I can tell) is great. I'm an application developer and I spin up things like what they do all the time.
My biggest complaint about the book is that it ends WAY too soon.
I have an ebook version of this so I read half of it and had the other half of it read to me. Add to that the fact that I am absolutely TERRIBLE at names...and this is some of the best character writing I have in recent memory. I almost feel like I know the main characters, and during the book I could tell who was talking even if I missed the name. Everything from the choice of words, the type of jokes made, even just the way they react screams out individuals.
The science (as far as I can tell) is great. I'm an application developer and I spin up things like what they do all the time.
My biggest complaint about the book is that it ends WAY too soon.
May 31, 2023
Book 2 of Rachel Lulich's Fractured Galaxy series, The Ethics of Hope, continues the story begun in book 1, Random Walk. This very believable and well-researched sci-fi tale follows the bleak plight of three astronauts derailed from their mission in the most frightening, yet incredible way possible! One of my favorite things about this book is the way Rachel Lulich crafts dialogue to continue the development of her characters and their relationships with each other and to space itself. With no assurance of rescue, the astronauts must balance their tasks (space walks, attempting to track location, and avoiding death!) with their mental and emotional processing of the completely novel experience they are navigating. A must-read! (And if you haven't already, check out book 1!)
January 8, 2023
Really nice writing ✍️
DeAnyone Who gives this less than a 5 star must fancy themselves as a literary critic of the highest order. Rachel Lulich has done such a wonderful job 👏.
A great, captivating story with enough hard science to make it real.
DeAnyone Who gives this less than a 5 star must fancy themselves as a literary critic of the highest order. Rachel Lulich has done such a wonderful job 👏.
A great, captivating story with enough hard science to make it real.
March 25, 2026
3.5 rounded down. Very good book, quite slow though. I might take a break with a non sci fi book between this and the third in the series! I still want to read it I just feel like i’ve been reading a LOT abt space. Which I like but it gets pretty technical sometimes which feels slow but important.
December 27, 2021
Just as good as the first. Nerve racking moments. Funny moments. I can't wait for the next book. My favorite part is the wife yelling at reporters in German.
July 9, 2022
Oh, my goodness, this is human drama at its most existential, and least maudlin. My husband is all ready to order me the third in the series, due for distribution in December 2022--can't wait!
December 28, 2022
loved it. can't wait for 3rd to come out
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