Children of Time – Adrian Tchaikovsky

In the distant future, humanity faces extinction and is compelled to find a new home among the stars. Desperation leads scientists to uplift a group of primates and genetically modify them to be the perfect vessels for human consciousness. As the newly enhanced creatures embark on a journey to an exoplanet, unforeseen events unfold, catapulting them into a civilization all their own.

Meanwhile, on Earth, time marches forward, and the remnants of humanity strive to survive. The story weaves together the fates of these two disparate groups, exploring themes of evolution, intelligence, and the relentless passage of time. Tension escalates as the descendants of Earth and the uplifted beings encounter challenges that force them to confront their own identities and the complex legacy of their shared history.

“Children of Time” is a riveting and thought-provoking tale that explores the depths of what it means to be human, the resilience of life, and the inexorable march of time across the cosmos.