readerreborn's review against another edition
4.0
This was a really good read with some great scenes. Yes, the science is a bit dated, but if that bothers you then you probably shouldn't be reading SF in the first place. The Odyssey books are my first foray into Clarke, and I have to say, I'm very impressed. Clarke is one of those authors who I've always wanted to get around to reading but have just never had the chance. I'm glad I came at it now because I don't think my younger brain could have appreciated it quite as much. Not only is this a good book in its own right, but it makes 2001 better in retrospect. I'll definitely be reading 2061 and 3001.
pharmdad2007's review against another edition
2.0
This sequel falls a little flat, in my opinion. The author is quite forward-thinking scientifically, but definitely not sociologically.
t_bun's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
hotsake's review against another edition
4.0
3.5/5.
The first half of the book was a 5-star read but the second half falters quite badly and the story never regained its footing, at least for me.
The first half of the book was a 5-star read but the second half falters quite badly and the story never regained its footing, at least for me.
jackyobrien6's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed the suspense that this book evoked, but it fell short near the end, when everything worked out find. Regardless, it was a fast read that I thoroughly enjoyed
ainsleym's review against another edition
5.0
Seamlessly blends space adventure with cosmic horror. Masterful incorporation of new scientific discoveries with existing world established in 2001. Immersive language. Large cast characterized as much as necessary to distinguish individuals and no more. Would have liked more exploration into how/why HAL made certain decisions. Much smaller in scope than 2001 but I think this was a benefit since the story was able to stand on its own (for the most part) as a self-contained narrative within a much richer universe, whereas 2001 book suffered from limited page count for what it was trying to do, especially when compared to the movie which captured the massive scope. Also interesting reading experience since this was continuation of 2001 movie canon rather than book: would likely be confusing if you had only read the book, but who hasn’t seen the movie? Ultimately liked that choice.