Worthy sequel to Ancillary Justice. The Radch-Universe just keeps expanding. The characters are believable, evolving. While the story arc is more or less in the background in this book and does not evolve as fast as I'd like, the visit to the tea growing system and it's mysteries was worth every page. I can't wait for the story to continue, even if I suspect it will break my heart, as did the last lines of this part.