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usersavvy's review against another edition
3.0
Some parts it drones on. This is a pretty philosophical book and poses some really interesting questions and possible answers to those big questions. Love how it sifts through both helpful and harmful effects of religion on a people. The ending was surprising and beautiful, the xenocide was not of the species I expected.
ferrozm's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
jordiejam's review
challenging
emotional
hopeful
tense
4.0
Good book! Quite philosophical, thought-provoking and technical.
Enjoyed the concept of outside, kind of like a fifth dimension beyond time. Was hoping the daughter on Path would come around eventually but alas I was disappointed. Interested to see where the newly born siblings go in the next instalment.
uzjasso's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
jedwin00's review against another edition
4.0
A very enjoyable book to read. The characters and themes were quite complex and very well explored. This book will make you reflect quite a bit. However it is not just a philosophical book, it still had a very nicely paced, intresting plot that chugs along. Will capture you.
eschnitger's review against another edition
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
mystikbunny's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
hjswinford's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. Really enjoyed this book overall, but dang it could have been shorter. 60% of the length with some of the chatter snipped away would have done the book good. Still, there was a ton of good meat in there and I highlighted a lot of good stuff. I'll keep on with the series of course. I love the characters.