Manzabar reviewed Cyteen by C. J. Cherryh
From back cover Warner paperback February 1989:
ARIANE EMORY IS DEAD. BUT NOT FOR LONG. …
Review of 'Cyteen' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
A challenging book with interesting characters and convoluted politicking. While the cover of this edition says it's complete in one volume; I found the ending to be both best part and also open enough for the story to continue on.