Orphans of the Sky by Robert A. Heinlein

224 pages first pub 1963 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous challenging fast-paced

Description

A fix-up consisting of the novelette "Universe" (1941) and the novella "Common Sense" (1941). First published in 1963.Hugh had been taught that, according to the ancient sacred writings, the Ship was on a voyage to faraway Centaurus. But he also u...

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Community Reviews Summary of 335 reviews

Moods

adventurous 62%
dark 25%
reflective 25%
tense 25%
challenging 12%
informative 12%
mysterious 12%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 14%

Loveable characters?

No: 57% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 57% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 83% | Yes: 16%

Average rating

3.47

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