House of Suns
House of Suns
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Space • Distant Future
2010
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
House of Suns by Alastair Reynolds explores the journey of two clones, serving as watchdogs over millions of years, as they uncover an ancient conspiracy. Set in a universe with advanced technology and sprawling galactic civilizations, the novel delves into themes of memory, identity, and the vastness of time.
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Review Roundup
Alastair Reynolds' House of Suns has been praised for its imaginative storytelling, complex characters, and expansive universe, making it a standout in space opera. However, some readers found its pacing uneven and plot dense. While not uniformly accessible, it is highly regarded for its depth and thought-provoking narrative.
Who Should Read House of Suns?
A reader who would enjoy House of Suns by Alastair Reynolds is likely to appreciate intricate, hard science fiction with expansive timelines and rich, speculative world-building. Fans of Dune by Frank Herbert and Hyperion by Dan Simmons, who revel in complex plots and deep philosophical questions, will find this novel captivating.
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Novel • Fiction
Space • Distant Future
2010
Adult
18+ years
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