Moonbound follows Ariel, a boy from a small town under a wizard’s rule. When he fails to follow the wizard's agenda by failing to extract a sword from a stone, he must flee for his life. Embarking on a quest to save his home from the clutches of the malevolent wizard and liberate the universe from the control of the dragons.

This novel is a fun combo of sci fi, fantasy, Arthurian legend, and epic quest. Taking readers away into a world ruled by dragons.

I so enjoy the intricate world building, clever humor, whimsical characters and nods to Arthurian legend.

All in all, "Moonbound" was a great story!

I'm a BIG fan of Robin Sloan and until now his writing was mostly sci-fi/fantasy-lite. This one is definitely a divergence from that because there were a lot of sci-fi and fantasy elements in this one. Those elements are still on the cozier side, reminiscent of In The Lives of Puppets by TJ Klune and the humor had me thinking of Futurama oftem. It's a huge nod to Arthurian stories and hearing all those connections were entertaining for me. While it might be a bit strange at first, trusting Sloan leads to a rewarding and entertaining story. I think this will be enjoyed by the right reader which might not fully overlap with fans of Sloane's previous work.
Despite the fantasy and sci-fi elements, I thought this one was easy to follow on audio. It's good to pay attention to the chapter names and dates. Gabra Zackman did a good job with the narration of this one.
Thank you so much to Macmillan Audio for the ALC of this one!

The marvelously innovative mind of Robin Sloan has delivered another fascinating novel! Although I don’t read a lot of sci fi/fantasy, I’ve loved Sloan’s previous books so I was thrilled to get an advanced copy of the audiobook of Moonbound. It is the story of Ariel, a boy living far into the future, and his epic quest. With references to Arthurian legends, Homeric myths, and 21st century popular culture, this is an amazing story filled with thoughtful and imaginative ideas, and a wide cast of varied characters. I loved the audiobook format because the narrator does an excellent job of giving each character a distinctive voice. I was drawn into the story and captivated by the world that Sloan has created—and I know that others will be too. Thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this audiobook in exchange for my honest review.

"Moonbound" by Robin Sloan is a mesmerizing blend of science fiction and fantasy set in a distant future where technology and magic intertwine. Through the eyes of Ariel, a young adventurer in a world ruled by wizards, readers are taken on an epic journey filled with mystery, danger, and wonder. Sloan's imaginative storytelling is complemented by the presence of a sentient artificial intelligence that serves as both Ariel's ally and the narrator of the story, offering unique insights into the human experience. With its rich world-building and compelling characters, "Moonbound" is a captivating read that will leave you spellbound until the very end.

I am already confident that this is one of the best books I'll read this year. Robin Sloan's writing is a gift, and this book puts his incredible creativity on full display, showing familiar tropes and story elements in a whole new light.