Orson Scott Card
305 pages
In the aftermath of his terrible war, Ender Wiggin disappeared, and a powerful voice arose: The Speaker for the Dead, who told the true story of the Bugger War. Now, long years later, a second alien race has been discovered, but again the aliens' ways are strange and frightening...again, humans die. And it is only the Speaker for the Dead, who is also Ender Wiggin the Xenocide, who has the courage to confront the mystery...and the truth. Speaker for the Dead, the second novel in Orson Scott Card's The Ender Saga, is the winner of the 1986 Nebula Award for Best Novel and the 1987 Hugo Award for Best Novel. THE ENDER UNIVERSE Ender series Ender’s Game / Ender in Exile / Speaker for the Dead / Xenocide / Children of the Mind Ender’s Shadow series Ender’s Shadow / Shadow of the Hegemon / Shadow Puppets / Shadow of the Giant / Shadows in Flight Children of the Fleet The First Formic War (with Aaron Johnston) Earth Unaware / Earth Afire / Earth Awakens The Second Formic War (with Aaron Johnston) The Swarm /The Hive Ender novellas A War of Gifts /First Meetings At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
The rest of the series, including Speaker for the Dead, continues to explore themes of empathy, providing valuable lessons for personal development.
This book resonates deeply with those who have faced their own mistakes and seek redemption. The character Ender, who embodies empathy and moral integrity, serves as an ultimate role model, making it a profound read for anyone looking to understand the complexities of guilt and the importance of making the right choices.
It's considered the best Ender book by many, showcasing deep themes and character development.
This sequel to Ender's Game offers a unique blend of creepy undertones that build suspense until the very end, making it an intriguing read.