Return to the sprawling universe of the Galactic Commons, as humans, artificial intelligence, aliens, and some beings yet undiscovered explore what it means to be a community in this exciting third adventure in the acclaimed and multi-award-nominated science fiction Wayfarers series, brimming with heartwarming characters and dazzling space adventure.
Hundreds of years ago, the last humans on Earth boarded the Exodus Fleet in search of a new home among the stars. After centuries spent wandering empty space, their descendants were eventually accepted by the well-established species that govern the Milky Way.
But that was long ago. Today, the Exodus Fleet is a living relic, the birthplace of many, yet a place few outsiders have ever visited. While the Exodans take great pride in their original community and traditions, their culture has been influenced by others beyond their bulkheads. As many Exodans leave for alien cities or terrestrial colonies, those who remain are left to ponder their own lives and futures: What is the purpose of a ship that has reached its destination? Why remain in space when there are habitable worlds available to live? What is the price of sustaining their carefully balanced way of life—and is it worth saving at all?
A young apprentice, a lifelong spacer with young children, a planet-raised traveler, an alien academic, a caretaker for the dead, and an Archivist whose mission is to ensure no one’s story is forgotten, wrestle with these profound universal questions. The answers may seem small on the galactic scale, but to these individuals, it could mean everything.
Genre Listing: Science Fiction, Fiction, Space Opera, LGBT
Goodreads/StoryGraph Challenge: 2/48
2026 Reading Challenge: #47 Read a Space Opera (See the full challenge here)
Book Review:
Hello, readers! It’s the first post of 2026, and I’m trying to get back into the swing of writing actual book reviews. I probably won't do one for every book like I used to, but I’m going to try to do them more consistently. Anyway, let’s get into Record of a Spaceborn Few by
This is the third book in the Wayfarers series, a Space Opera series I’ve really enjoyed. Since I didn’t post much last year, I don’t think I’ve talked about this series at all! Each book is set in the same universe but focuses on different, loosely connected characters. While the connection between books one and two is more obvious, book three follows the sister of a character from the first book. Other characters might be connected as well, but I don't quite remember the details.
I love the world Becky Chambers has created. The first two books focus more on planet dwellers, whereas book three follows those residing in the fleet. Society in this series is very accepting and accommodating of other species (for the most part). Unlike many stories, the plot isn't driven by simple misunderstandings; instead, the characters have well-developed conversations about acceptance, consent, and purpose. The series is also very pro-LGBTQA+, written in a way that feels natural rather than forced.
At first, the characters in Record of a Spaceborn Few don't seem connected, but their stories intertwine as the plot evolves. It results in a beautiful connection, and I enjoyed the book immensely. I’m already planning to make the fourth book my next audiobook listen.
Speaking of audiobooks, I really enjoy Rachel Dulude’s narration. Her voice is clear, and she uses a variety of distinct character voices that make the experience immersive. I highly recommend
Also, as a fun treat, I noticed this on the Audiobook. The chapter titles form a poem.
"From The Beginning
We Have Wandered
To This Day, We Wander Still
But For Our Travels
We Are Not Lost
We Fly With Courage
And Will Undying"
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