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Fortune's Pawn

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Fortune's Pawn

by Rachel Bach

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Fortune's Pawn throws you headfirst into the life of Devi Morris, a mercenary with an iron will and bigger ambitions than her current paygrade. She takes a high-risk, high-reward security gig on the Glorious Fool, a ship infamous for attracting trouble, betting that a year there will rocket her career forward. What she finds is a labyrinth of danger, alien threats, and crew secrets that make "unlucky" an understatement. Reading this feels like strapping into a rollercoaster: it's relentlessly fast, gritty, and exciting, with Devi constantly having to outfight, outwit, and outlast impossible odds. If you're looking for a space opera that delivers non-stop action with a protagonist who truly earns her badass status, this is absolutely for you.

10 Books similar to 'Fortune's Pawn'

If you found yourself cheering for Devi Morris's relentless ambition and her knack for getting into (and out of) trouble, you're in luck. We've curated a list of books that hit similar sweet spots. You'll find more action-packed space opera adventures, often with that military sci-fi edge, in books like Scalzi's "The Collapsing Empire" or "Leviathan Wakes." And for more strong, capable female protagonists navigating dangerous space challenges, look to Elizabeth Moon's "Vatta's War" series or Ann Aguirre's "Grimspace." These all share that exciting, gritty feel of a character fighting for their place in a vast, unforgiving galaxy.

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The Collapsing Empire
The Collapsing Empire

by John Scalzi

This book features a fast-paced, space opera narrative with strong characters and political intrigue, similar to 'Fortune's Pawn'.

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Old Man's War
Old Man's War

by John Scalzi

The blend of military science fiction and personal journey in this book mirrors the adventurous tone found in 'Fortune's Pawn'.

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Leviathan Wakes
Leviathan Wakes

by James S.A. Corey

With its action-packed plot and richly developed universe, this book offers a similar experience to fans of 'Fortune's Pawn'.

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Embers of War
Embers of War

by Gareth L. Powell

This series combines space adventure with a focus on characters and their complex interactions, akin to Rachel Bach's style.

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The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet
The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet

by Becky Chambers

Known for its character-driven storytelling and space adventure, this book is a great fit for fans of Rachel Bach's work.

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Ninefox Gambit
Ninefox Gambit

by Yoon Ha Lee

This book offers a unique blend of military tactics and sci-fi elements, appealing to readers who enjoyed the strategic aspects of 'Fortune's Pawn'.

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Vatta's War: Trading in Danger
Vatta's War: Trading in Danger

by Elizabeth Moon

Like 'Fortune's Pawn', this series centers on a strong female protagonist navigating military and space challenges.

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Grimspace
Grimspace

by Ann Aguirre

With its focus on a strong female lead and a thrilling space-faring adventure, this book aligns well with 'Fortune's Pawn'.

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The Stars are Legion
The Stars are Legion

by Kameron Hurley

This book features a compelling mix of space opera, intrigue, and strong female characters, similar to Rachel Bach's narrative style.

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Provenance
Provenance

by Ann Leckie

Featuring a richly developed universe and intricate plot, this book offers a similar depth and intrigue found in 'Fortune's Pawn'.

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