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Aurora

Kim Stanley Robinson
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Aurora

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

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Kim Stanley Robinson

Aurora

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

466

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Interstellar Space • Mid-3000s

Theme
Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Kim Stanley Robinson's Aurora follows a multi-generational voyage aboard a spaceship bound for a distant star system. People on board face numerous challenges that test their resolve and capabilities as they navigate the complexities of space travel and survival. The narrative explores themes of exploration, resilience, and human adaptation in an interstellar setting.

Reviews & Readership

3.9

33,250 ratings

66%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Kim Stanley Robinson's Aurora presents a thought-provoking exploration of interstellar colonization with significant scientific depth and ecological considerations. Readers appreciate its rich detail and realistic portrayal of space travel challenges. However, some find its pacing slow and the narrative overly technical, potentially detracting from character development.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Aurora?

Fans of The Martian and Dune will relish Kim Stanley Robinson's Aurora. Ideal for readers who appreciate hard science fiction, complex characters, and thought-provoking exploration of futuristic themes. Perfect for those intrigued by space travel, environmental sustainability, and socio-political dynamics in speculative settings.

3.9

33,250 ratings

66%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

466

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Interstellar Space • Mid-3000s

Theme
Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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