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Double Star

Robert A. Heinlein
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Double Star

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1986

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Robert A. Heinlein

Double Star

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1986
Book Details
Pages

243

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mars • Future

Publication Year

1986

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Double Star by Robert A. Heinlein follows an out-of-work actor recruited to impersonate a kidnapped politician. Facing political intrigue and interplanetary issues, the actor must convincingly adopt the leader’s persona to prevent chaos. This novel explores themes of identity and duty.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

25,906 ratings

70%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Double Star by Robert A. Heinlein is widely praised for its engaging and well-paced narrative, as well as Heinlein's adept character development and clever political commentary. Some readers, however, find the plot predictable and the portrayal of secondary characters lacking depth. Overall, it remains a compelling addition to Heinlein's body of work.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Double Star?

A reader who relishes intricate political intrigue and character development in sci-fi settings will enjoy Robert A. Heinlein's Double Star. Fans of Isaac Asimov's Foundation series or Arthur C. Clarke's 2001: A Space Odyssey will find similar satisfaction in Heinlein's exploration of identity and power.

4.2

25,906 ratings

70%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Double Star won the Hugo Award for Best Novel in 1956, solidifying Robert A. Heinlein's reputation as a leading science fiction writer of the time.

Heinlein wrote Double Star in just two weeks, showcasing his ability to craft compelling stories quickly while maintaining high literary quality.

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The novel explores themes of identity and politics and is often praised for its clever use of a first-person narrative, which offers readers an intimate look into the protagonist's psyche.

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Book Details
Pages

243

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mars • Future

Publication Year

1986

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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