Homebound

Described as a "work of joyous and serious invention" by Kaliane Bradley, this narrative is praised for its gripping and haunting beauty by Madeline Miller and recognized by Ruth Ozeki for presenting a big, bold, and ecstatic world filled with heart and wonder. Spanning six centuries, the story weaves together five interconnected lives and one computer game, exploring the myriad ways they can find their way home. In 1983, Becks is eager to leave Cincinnati behind, but her immediate task is to finish a game left incomplete by her late uncle, who was the only one to truly understand her. The game Becks is developing will echo through the ages, influencing the existences of a scientist, an astronaut, and a desperate pirate captain in unforeseen ways. This digital creation will unite these four trailblazing women across time, oceans, and distant planets, all under the guidance of an extraordinary robot poised to bring this diverse ensemble together."Homebound" is not only a tale of coming-of-age and self-discovery but also a thrilling maritime adventure and an epic space expedition. As it navigates through periods of both loss and creativity, alongside the formation of a chosen family, it ventures into the depths of humanity's future potential and boundless capacity for love.