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Save:A classic, imaginative space adventure with heart - slightly dated but still well worth the read, especially if you enjoy character-driven sci-fi with unique concepts.
The Ship Who Sang is a unique science fiction novel that explores the concept of children with disabilities being raised to become the brains of starships in a futuristic universe. The main character, Helva, is born severely deformed but has a perfectly normal brain, leading her to be connected to a spaceship where she embarks on various missions. The book is structured as a compilation of short stories and novellas that follow Helva's journey through space, her relationships with her human partners called Brawn, and her search for a true companion. The writing style has a classic science fiction feel with a focus on ideas over characters, and the plot delves into themes of love, loss, and the human experience in a technologically advanced society.
She was born a thing and as such would be condemned if she failed to pass the encephalograph test required of all newborn babies. There was always the possibility that though the limbs were twisted, t...January 1969•254 pages
