
Titles in This Set
All Systems Red
Artificial Condition
Rogue Protocol
Exit Strategy
Fugitive Telemetry
Network Effect
System Collapse
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Tor Books
Overview
The Murderbot Diaries follows a self-aware security android that has hacked its own governor module and secretly calls itself "Murderbot." Set in a corporate-dominated spacefaring future, the series follows this reluctant hero as it navigates dangerous missions, corporate conspiracies, and its own complicated feelings about the humans it is supposed to protect. Sharp, funny, and deeply human despite its robotic narrator, this seven-book set collects the complete run of novellas and novels that made Murderbot one of modern science fiction's most beloved characters, offering readers a complete, satisfying arc from beginning to end.
About the Books
This complete seven-book collection brings together the full run of Martha Wells' genre-defining Murderbot Diaries, from the first novella that introduced the SecUnit to the later full-length novels that expanded its universe. The series begins with a security android suppressing its own control module so it can spend its free time watching entertainment serials instead of following orders. What starts as a quiet act of rebellion spirals into an ongoing entanglement with the scientists of the Preservation Alliance, led by Dr. Mensah, as Murderbot is pulled into corporate espionage, planetary survey missions, and increasingly personal questions about autonomy and identity. Told in Murderbot's dry, deadpan first-person voice, the books blend fast-paced action with sharp commentary on corporate power, surveillance, and what it means to choose connection over isolation. Later entries in the set grow in scope, with Network Effect expanding into full novel length and introducing new allies and threats, while System Collapse continues to deepen the emotional stakes for Murderbot and its found family. Across all seven books, Wells balances explosive set pieces with introspective, often wryly funny narration, creating a series that appeals equally to readers who want tense sci-fi thrillers and those who appreciate character-driven stories about trauma, trust, and self-determination. This set is ideal for new readers wanting to start the saga from the beginning or returning fans looking to own the complete story in one brand-new paperback collection.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
All Systems Red — Introduces Murderbot, a security android that hacks its own governor module to secretly watch entertainment media while protecting a survey team.
Artificial Condition — Murderbot travels to a mining facility to uncover the truth behind a mysterious incident in its past, teaming up with a research transport ship.
Rogue Protocol — Murderbot investigates a defunct terraforming facility linked to the corporation it believes is covering up wrongdoing.
Exit Strategy — Murderbot races to warn Dr. Mensah that the dangerous GrayCris Corporation has learned too much about where it is hiding.
Fugitive Telemetry — Murderbot is pulled into investigating a murder on Preservation Station, testing its skills outside of combat scenarios.
Network Effect — The first full-length novel in the series finds Murderbot facing a former ally turned threat aboard a hijacked ship.
System Collapse — Murderbot and its allies confront the fallout of a failed colony evacuation as new threats emerge.
About the Author
Martha Wells is an American science fiction and fantasy author known for richly imagined worlds and emotionally complex characters. She is the author of the Books of the Raksura series and several media tie-in novels, but is best known for The Murderbot Diaries, which follows a self-aware security android navigating a corporate-controlled galaxy. Wells' writing blends fast-paced action, dry humor, and sharp social commentary, and her work has earned a devoted readership among science fiction fans drawn to her distinctive narrative voice, inventive world-building, memorable characters, and emotionally resonant storytelling.
Why You'll Love This Set
Perfect for binge-reading a complete science fiction saga, this seven-book set makes a fantastic birthday gift, holiday present, or addition to any sci-fi fan's shelf. Murderbot's dry wit and reluctant heroism keep pages turning, making this collection ideal for summer reading, long flights, or cozy winter nights with a new favorite series.
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