Exit Strategy | Martha Wells

Exit Strategy: The Murderbot Diaries

Extended Synopsis

Murderbot wasn't programmed to care. So, its decision to help the only human who ever showed it respect must be a system glitch, right? Having traveled the width of the galaxy to unearth details of its own murderous transgressions, as well as those of the GrayCris Corporation, the rogue security unit is finally heading home. Its mission is to help Dr. Mensah—its former owner, protector, and perhaps friend—submit vital evidence that could prevent GrayCris from destroying more colonists in a never-ending quest for profit.

But facing corporate forces and impossible odds, who is going to believe a SecUnit gone rogue? And what will become of it when it is inevitably caught? In Exit Strategy, Murderbot must rely on its trademark paranoia, tactical skill, and deeply buried humanity to protect its friends and expose a massive conspiracy.

Author Biography

Martha Wells is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author renowned for her brilliant, character-driven science fiction and fantasy. She is universally acclaimed for The Murderbot Diaries, a series that has swept the Hugo, Nebula, Alex, and Locus Awards, cementing her status as a master of modern speculative fiction.

Reader Targeting

• Devoted fans of The Murderbot Diaries seeking the thrilling conclusion to the original novella arc.
• Readers who enjoy action-packed space operas with sardonic, non-human protagonists.
• Sci-fi enthusiasts who appreciate sharp critiques of corporate greed mixed with deep character development.

Accolades & Key Highlights

• Award-Winning Series: Part of the Hugo, Nebula, Alex, and Locus Award-winning Murderbot Diaries franchise.
• Critically Acclaimed: Praised by contemporaries, including Ann Leckie, for its deeply relatable and entertaining protagonist.
• Bestselling Author: Written by New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Martha Wells.

Bibliographic & Physical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Exit Strategy a standalone novel?
No, Exit Strategy is the fourth installment in The Murderbot Diaries series and directly follows the events of Rogue Protocol.

What is the format of this edition?
This specific release is a First Edition Hardcover with a dust jacket, published by Tordotcom.

What genre does this book fall into?
The book is an action-packed space opera, falling under the categories of science fiction, action and adventure, and artificial intelligence.

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