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Such a great story!! Heinlein took a lot from humans experience with discoveries over the last couple of centuries and put them into an existential science fiction story. Our limited understanding of the universe and how it changed over time plays a big role in the centre of the plot and the characters show incredible capabilities of humbleness. Somehow it managed to be very emotional in the end? And that I really didn't expect...

jewelsjoy's review against another edition

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3.0

This is the second book I've read by Heinlein, the other being Starship Troopers. I like how he explores the consequences future technology could have on they way society behaves. I've been fascinated with the concept of generation ships lately, and this book was a good exploration of the idea. That being said, a big downside to this story is his treatment of women in it. They are relegated to a status barely better than a pet or slave. Some could say that it is just an exploration of how society could develop, or an extension of the time he was writing in, but I can't excuse his total disregard of the native intelligence and worth of women in the story.

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adventurous challenging dark fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

Classic era story. Satisfying story. Acceptable ending.

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adventurous challenging dark mysterious tense medium-paced

3.5

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