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Chasm City

Alastair Reynolds
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Chasm City

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003

Book Brief

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Alastair Reynolds

Chasm City

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

694

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Yellowstone • Far Future

Theme
Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Chasm City by Alastair Reynolds, a person navigates the dangers of a transformed cityscape following a catastrophic event. The narrative explores themes of identity, transformation, and survival within a richly imagined and intricately detailed science fiction universe.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

28,213 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Alastair Reynolds' Chasm City is praised for its intricate plot, rich world-building, and merging of noir and sci-fi elements. Critics highlight the depth of its characters and the compelling mystery at its core. However, some find its complex narrative challenging and occasionally convoluted. Overall, it's considered a rewarding read for sci-fi enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Chasm City?

A reader who enjoys Chasm City by Alastair Reynolds typically appreciates intricate, hard science fiction and space opera. Fans of Frank Herbert’s Dune or Iain M. Banks’s Culture series will relish in Reynolds’ detailed world-building, complex characters, and philosophical depth.

4.2

28,213 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

694

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Yellowstone • Far Future

Theme
Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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