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Book details

  1. Book 3 of 22
    Foreigner
  2. Print length
    464 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    DAW
  5. Publication date
    February 1, 1997
  6. Dimensions
    4.2 x 1.2 x 6.8 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    0886777283
  8. ISBN-13
    978-0886777289
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Book overview

The third novel in Cherryh’s Foreigner space opera series, a groundbreaking tale of first contact and its consequences…

Six months have passed since the reappearance of the starship Phoenix—the same ship which brought a colony of humans to the hostile environment of alien atevi nearly two hundred years ago. During these six months, the atevi have reconfigured their fledgling space program in a bid to take their place in the heavens alongside humans. But the return of the Phoenix has added a frighteningly powerful third party to an already volatile situation, polarizing both human and atevi political factions, and making the possibility of all-out planetary war an even more likely threat.

On the atevi mainland, human ambassador Bren Cameron, in a desperate attempt to maintain the peace, has arranged for one human representative from the Phoenix to take up residence with him in his apartments, and for another to be stationed on humanity's island enclave. Bren himself is unable to return home for fear of being arrested or assassinated by the powerful arch conservative element who wish to bar the atevi from space.

Responsible for a terrified, overwhelmed young man, and desperately trying to keep abreast of the atevi associations, how can Bren possibly find a way to save two species from a three-sided conflict that no one can win?

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Praise for the Foreigner series:

“C.J. Cherryh's splendid Foreigner series remains at the top of my must-keep-up reading list after two decades." —Locus

"This is the kind of anthropological SF of which [Cherryh] is an acknowledged master." —Booklist

"A seriously probing, thoughtful, intelligent piece of work, with more insight in half a dozen pages than most authors manage in half a thousand." —Kirkus Reviews

“One of the best long-running SF series in existence...Cherryh remains one of the most talented writers in the field." —Publishers Weekly

“This is one of the best science fiction series currently running….by this point, the series has turned into a complicated set of thrillers involving political and factional turmoil, as well as a close and detailed examination of the troubled interactions between human and alien cultures.” —Strange Horizons 

“Cherryh plays her strongest suit in this exploration of human/alien contact, producing an incisive study-in-contrast of what it means to be human in a world where trust is nonexistent.” —Library Journal

"A large new novel from C.J. Cherryh is always welcome. When it marks her return to the anthropological SF in which she has made such a name, it is a double pleasure. The ensuing story is not short on action, but stronger (like much of Cherryh's work) on world-building, exotic aliens, and characterization. Well up to Cherryh's usual high standard." —The Chicago Sun-Times

“[Cherryh] avoids any kind of slump with a quick-moving and immediately engaging plotline, and by balancing satisfying resolutions with plenty of promises and ominous portents that are sure to keep readers’ appetites whetted.” —RT Reviews

 “These are thinking man’s reads with rich characters and worlds and fascinating interactions that stretch out over many generations.” —SFFWorld

“Cherryh's forte is her handling of cross-cultural conflicts, which she does by tying her narrative to those things her point-of-view character would know, think, and feel.”—SFRevu 

About the Author

C. J. Cherryh planned to write since the age of ten. When she was older, she learned to use a typewriter while triple-majoring in Classics, Latin, and Greek. With more than seventy books to her credit, and the winner of three Hugo Awards, she is one of the most prolific and highly respected authors in the science fiction field. Cherryh was recently named a Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master by the Science Fiction Writers of America. She lives in Washington state. She can be found at cherryh.com.

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I've written sf and fantasy for publication since 1975...but I've written a lot longer than that. I have a background in Mediterranean archaeology, Latin, Greek, that sort of thing; my hobbies are travel, photography, planetary geology, physics, pond-building for koi...I run a marine tank, can plumb most anything, and I figure-skate.

I believe in the future: I'm an optimist for good reason---I've studied a lot of history, in which, yes, there is climate change, and our species has been through it. We've never faced it fully armed with what we now know, and if we play our cards right, we'll use it as a technological springboard and carry on in very interesting ways.

I also believe a writer owes a reader a book that has more than general despair to spread about: I write about clever, determined people who don't put up with situations, not for long, anyway: people who find solutions inspire me.

My personal websites and blog: http://www.cherryh.com

http://www.cherryh.com/WaveWithoutAShore

http://www.closed-circle.net

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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"...This is great read for any fans of science fiction looking for a bit of space opera without the technology focus you find in many novels." Read more

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"...was a bit abrupt and a little confusing as well, but otherwise a fun read. Makes me want to continue reading the Foreigner series." Read more

"Great book in a great series. I've read them in paper format over the years and have bought them again as ebooks because I couldn't resist a reread." Read more

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"...within a distorted, multicultural society in a complex, nuanced way, which may make this a trademark slow read, but as always, she subtly works to..." Read more

"...I also love the complex, fascinating alien civilization. I've gobbled up three books in short order, and will be progressing straight to book four...." Read more

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Nerine Dorman
5.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase
hugely rewarding
Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2024
It's probably going to take me forever to finish reading all the books in CJ Cherryh's Foreigner series, of which Inheritor is book 3... And for the sake of those who're not conversant with the world, I'll keep this review short and try to give general points.... See more
It's probably going to take me forever to finish reading all the books in CJ Cherryh's Foreigner series, of which Inheritor is book 3... And for the sake of those who're not conversant with the world, I'll keep this review short and try to give general points.

Human ambassador/diplomat Bren Cameron continues to be adrift in Atevi society, which is, as always, a potentially lethal minefield for those not adept in the subtle power dynamics of a non-human civilisation. And that's the mistake many humans make when interacting with the Atevi – they simply don't have the hardwiring to understand core human concepts like love or caring. Atevi social dynamics is primarily focused on power and associations of individuals to others and groups that hold power.

In learning an intricate language that is has complex mathematics embedded in its linguistics, Bren finds himself even more alienated from human culture and meaningful interaction – a position which is made even more precarious as factions within the minority human community are viewing him as a traitor while certain groups within Atevi society would gleefully see him dead, too.

The planet's power dynamics have been thrown completely out of whack by the arrival of the human space ship, with the spacefaring humans in dire need of supplies they can only obtain from the planet. We see human and ateva alike vying for primacy in a new space race, as the Atevi assimilate human technology that might make them all but unstoppable if they gain interstellar travel.

Added to the mix are two human diplomats from the space ship who are now negotiating on the ground – for people who've known only the confines of life on board a vessel for generations, the adjustment to living on a planet is traumatic.

Cherryh does a deep dive into interpersonal relationships within a distorted, multicultural society in a complex, nuanced way, which may make this a trademark slow read, but as always, she subtly works to pull the rug from beneath your feet near the end, with sudden, frantic action that had my heart racing.
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Mary Soon Lee
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Fascinating, detailed human viewpoint on an alien civilization.
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2021
This is the third book in a long-running science fiction series that (at least thus far) centers on Bren Cameron, a human translator/mediator embedded among aliens. I find Bren highly likable and his detailed viewpoint immersive. I also love the complex, fascinating alien... See more
This is the third book in a long-running science fiction series that (at least thus far) centers on Bren Cameron, a human translator/mediator embedded among aliens. I find Bren highly likable and his detailed viewpoint immersive. I also love the complex, fascinating alien civilization. I've gobbled up three books in short order, and will be progressing straight to book four. That said, the level of detailed introspection is not everyone's cup of tea. The beginning of book three didn't hold my attention as well as the remainder, partly because very little happens, and partly because Bren's early thoughts repeat much that was familiar from the earlier books (presumably to help readers new to the series).

Small spoilers ahead. A quick note that I especially enjoy the principal alien assassins (Banichi, Jago, Cenidi) and it pleased me that there is a notable development in Bren's connection to one of these. I also considerably enjoy the elderly female leader, Ilisidi.

Highly recommended. Four out of five pensive stars.

About my reviews: I try to review every book I read, including those that I don't end up enjoying. The reviews are not scholarly, but just indicate my reaction as a reader, reading being my addiction. I am miserly with 5-star reviews; 4 stars means I liked a book very much; 3 stars means I liked it; 2 stars means I didn't like it (though often the 2-star books are very popular with other readers and/or are by authors whose other work I've loved).

About my reviews: I try to review every book I read, including those that I don't end up enjoying. The reviews are not scholarly, but just indicate my reaction as a reader, reading being my addiction. I am miserly with 5-star reviews; 4 stars means I liked a book very much; 3 stars means I liked it; 2 stars means I didn't like it (though often the 2-star books are very popular with other readers and/or are by authors whose other work I've loved).
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Very fun series
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2023
I got into this series while traveling and realizing I forgot to bring a book. I popped into a used book store in Tacoma, Wash. and brought the second book in the series. It seemed like dumb move, but the story description was so compelling and the writing style so direct... See more
I got into this series while traveling and realizing I forgot to bring a book. I popped into a used book store in Tacoma, Wash. and brought the second book in the series. It seemed like dumb move, but the story description was so compelling and the writing style so direct and active, that I figured I wouldn’t feel lost not having read the first book.
I was right, and I enjoyed the heck out of that book while stuck in airports and in the middle seat of long flights. And as soon as I got home, I order the first and third (this one) books — and now there’s no looking back.
This is great read for any fans of science fiction looking for a bit of space opera without the technology focus you find in many novels.
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Infinity's End
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I'm sure not every reader will enjoy this book or the series
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2015
This entire series is incredible. The pace can be very slow at times and I'll confess I tend to skip over some of the main characters musings as they seem to go on and on. These books, so far up to number 7, are mostly inside the main characters head. It's not written in... See more
This entire series is incredible. The pace can be very slow at times and I'll confess I tend to skip over some of the main characters musings as they seem to go on and on. These books, so far up to number 7, are mostly inside the main characters head. It's not written in first person but third limited. So we only know what the main character knows and we discover things as he does. So the tendency is for the main character to wonder about this and ponder about that. Based on what he knows, based on his ability to surmise and come to logical conclusions, he will think and figure things out in his head.

So with that said there tends to be less action than other SCi-Fi books and in this world of fast paced adventure movies, I'm sure not every reader will enjoy this book or the series. But, each book builds on the last and gets better and better and better and if you have patience and can understand from the beginning that this is more of a cerebral type of book then it is my opinion that these books are apart of the best written Sci-Fi extant.

The author has the ability to, through the main character's musings and interaction with the other main characters, compare the differences between vastly different races and actually shed light on how we in our society could learn to interact with and live along side others who are different from ourselves. And as the series continues she continues to delve into the differences and similarities between races.

She sheds light on the inner workings of the human psyche in times of extreme pressure. Interactions between one human culture and another; between humans and aliens who though vastly different from humans, are, at the same time, similar.
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Tony King
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good book
Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2022
A continuation of the Foreigner series by Cherryh (Vol 3). Pretty much requires having read the first two volumes with the many allusions to things which have gone before. The atevi politics can be confusing, but they are supposed to be so I guess that's ok. The ending... See more
A continuation of the Foreigner series by Cherryh (Vol 3). Pretty much requires having read the first two volumes with the many allusions to things which have gone before. The atevi politics can be confusing, but they are supposed to be so I guess that's ok. The ending was a bit abrupt and a little confusing as well, but otherwise a fun read. Makes me want to continue reading the Foreigner series.
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srae
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Can't go wrong
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2014
I have read every book in the Foreigner I always preorder the next book and start reading and hoping for the next one. Great characters that you feel emotionally attached to, plots that keep you wanting more, and the wish the book would be in the 500 word range instead of... See more
I have read every book in the Foreigner I always preorder the next book and start reading and hoping for the next one. Great characters that you feel emotionally attached to, plots that keep you wanting more, and the wish the book would be in the 500 word range instead of the 200s One complaint is I would love Ben to return to the space station and deal with the of old space station administration and the arrival of the new race Ben met out there Finish the bad guild leaders off and move back to space.
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Exactly As Described, Finally!
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2021
After several years of on and off frugally searching for this old hardcover in its original printing, with a couple of returns due to getting a smaller sized book club hardcover which did not match my collection of the rest of the series, I was delighted to find a book... See more
After several years of on and off frugally searching for this old hardcover in its original printing, with a couple of returns due to getting a smaller sized book club hardcover which did not match my collection of the rest of the series, I was delighted to find a book description explicitly listing the publisher and printing I wanted. Description of condition as nearly new was also completely honest, no exaggeration as many book dealers do; I paid more than I had previously but I am completely satisfied. Thank you, Time Traveler Bookseller! You lived up to your name 100%!
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These books set the standard
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2022
Great book in a great series. I've read them in paper format over the years and have bought them again as ebooks because I couldn't resist a reread.
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Amazing
Reviewed in Canada on October 18, 2023
Wow, the world building, the characters. Loved the adventure and wild politics. Will absolutely read the next book in the series. Will buy this book in hardcopy for my permanent collection.
Wow, the world building, the characters. Loved the adventure and wild politics. Will absolutely read the next book in the series. Will buy this book in hardcopy for my permanent collection.

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Multikulti im Weltraum
Reviewed in Germany on September 26, 2015
Gut durchdachte Geschichte über Kolonisten, die weitab vom Schuss auf einem besiedelten Planeten landen. Dort müssen sie sich mit Einheimischen verstehen lernen, die auf einem anderen technischen Level stehen als sie selbst und die eine ganz andere Kultur haben. Begriffe...See more
Gut durchdachte Geschichte über Kolonisten, die weitab vom Schuss auf einem besiedelten Planeten landen. Dort müssen sie sich mit Einheimischen verstehen lernen, die auf einem anderen technischen Level stehen als sie selbst und die eine ganz andere Kultur haben. Begriffe wie Liebe und Freundschaft kennen sie nicht, dafür ist es legal, seine Feinde ermordenm zu lassen, wenn dies voirher angekündigt wird. Der Held: Ein Diplomat. Spannend, relevant, intelligent.
Gut durchdachte Geschichte über Kolonisten, die weitab vom Schuss auf einem besiedelten Planeten landen. Dort müssen sie sich mit Einheimischen verstehen lernen, die auf einem anderen technischen Level stehen als sie selbst und die eine ganz andere Kultur haben.
Begriffe wie Liebe und Freundschaft kennen sie nicht, dafür ist es legal, seine Feinde ermordenm zu lassen, wenn dies voirher angekündigt wird.
Der Held: Ein Diplomat. Spannend, relevant, intelligent.

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Martin
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The great series continues.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 2, 2013
The creation of such a complex society is a brilliant feat of writing. Once you start on this epic voyage there will be no stopping.
The creation of such a complex society is a brilliant feat of writing. Once you start on this epic voyage there will be no stopping.

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Finity's end
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Un excellent moment d'éthno-sf ..
Reviewed in France on July 2, 2010
Les hommes ont donc trouvés une place précaire à l'écart des atevis ... Les deux Paidis sont au centre d'intrigues et d'enjeux politiques dans les deux cultures .. ( plus le vaisseau ) . Un Paidhi pour le vaisseau et un pour l’établissement de Mospheira . La situation s'est...See more
Les hommes ont donc trouvés une place précaire à l'écart des atevis ... Les deux Paidis sont au centre d'intrigues et d'enjeux politiques dans les deux cultures .. ( plus le vaisseau ) . Un Paidhi pour le vaisseau et un pour l’établissement de Mospheira . La situation s'est donc notablement complexifiée du fait de l'arrivée d'un second Paidhi ( celui du Phoenix ). Bren , le plus expert doit dégager de la signification , être également un médiateur en restant fidèle aux intérêts qu'il représente ( l’espèce humaine et l’ile de Mospheira ) . Ces intérêts ont tendance à s'avérer de plus en plus multiples au gré de son acculturation et du durcissement des rapports avec son propre gouvernement .. Il doit aussi former son collègue qui lui représente le vaisseaux ... La complexification des enjeux politiques et culturels va donc crescendo .. C'est un véritable thriller ethnologique , un thriller assez posé quand même à la sauce de l’auteur . Les personnages sont d'une richesse superbe et l’univers demeure un délice d'immersion . Les rapports entre les deux Paidhi en particulier sont une source de constant dépaysement du fait de leur caractère initiatique et du fait aussi des intérêts qui se mobilisent autour d’eux . Le retour du Phoenix ( vaisseaux initial de colonisation ) a durablement bouleversé les équilibres politiques bien sûr , mais il a bousculé aussi les équilibres culturels et cette dimension est très fouillée dans le roman et notamment ce que ces trois cultures croient savoir les unes sur les autres . Il y a moins de rythme perceptible que dans précèdent roman , mais de longues plages plus introspectives , du souffle par moment et de l'attente suspendue. L'intrigue est je trouve assez limpide, par contre la donne politique et la consistance des personnages atteignent des sommets de style .. Bref principalement , un tome de transition pour les amateurs d’univers et subtilités politiques .
Les hommes ont donc trouvés une place précaire à l'écart des atevis ...

Les deux Paidis sont au centre d'intrigues et d'enjeux politiques dans les deux cultures .. ( plus le vaisseau ) . Un Paidhi pour le vaisseau et un pour l’établissement de Mospheira .

La situation s'est donc notablement complexifiée du fait de l'arrivée d'un second Paidhi ( celui du Phoenix ).

Bren , le plus expert doit dégager de la signification , être également un médiateur en restant fidèle aux intérêts qu'il représente ( l’espèce humaine et l’ile de Mospheira ) . Ces intérêts ont tendance à s'avérer de plus en plus multiples au gré de son acculturation et du durcissement des rapports avec son propre gouvernement ..
Il doit aussi former son collègue qui lui représente le vaisseaux ...

La complexification des enjeux politiques et culturels va donc crescendo ..
C'est un véritable thriller ethnologique , un thriller assez posé quand même à la sauce de l’auteur .
Les personnages sont d'une richesse superbe et l’univers demeure un délice d'immersion .
Les rapports entre les deux Paidhi en particulier sont une source de constant dépaysement du fait de leur caractère initiatique et du fait aussi des intérêts qui se mobilisent autour d’eux .

Le retour du Phoenix ( vaisseaux initial de colonisation ) a durablement bouleversé les équilibres politiques bien sûr , mais il a bousculé aussi les équilibres culturels et cette dimension est très fouillée dans le roman et notamment ce que ces trois cultures croient savoir les unes sur les autres .

Il y a moins de rythme perceptible que dans précèdent roman , mais de longues plages plus introspectives , du souffle par moment et de l'attente suspendue.

L'intrigue est je trouve assez limpide, par contre la donne politique et la consistance des personnages atteignent des sommets de style ..

Bref principalement , un tome de transition pour les amateurs d’univers et subtilités politiques .

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Good book and great read.
Good book and great read.

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