Sisters of the Vast Black

In Lina Rather's debut novella, Sisters of the Vast Black, the sisters of the Order of Saint Rita sail their living ship into the uncharted reaches of space on a mission of mercy. As they respond to a distress call from a fledgling colony, they uncover threats not only from external dangers but also from the emerging powers within the galactic diaspora and their own religious institution. The story explores themes of faith, autonomy, and the moral complexities of their interstellar journey.