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Lucifer's Hammer

Larry Niven, Jerry Pournelle
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Lucifer's Hammer

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1983

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Larry Niven, Jerry Pournelle

Lucifer's Hammer

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1983
Book Details
Pages

629

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Southern California • 1970s

Publication Year

1983

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Lucifer's Hammer by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle follows individuals responding to the chaos caused by a comet impact on Earth. It explores their struggles for survival and the challenges of rebuilding society amidst widespread disaster.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

49,066 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Lucifer's Hammer by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle masterfully blends hard science fiction with apocalyptic themes, capturing readers' imaginations through a realistic portrayal of societal collapse. While praised for its detailed scientific accuracy and thrilling narrative, some find its large cast and multiple storylines overwhelming. Overall, it's an engaging read for sci-fi enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Lucifer's Hammer?

Readers who enjoy dramatic, science-based apocalyptic scenarios intertwined with human resilience will be captivated by Lucifer's Hammer by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle. Fans of The Stand by Stephen King and The Road by Cormac McCarthy will find this gripping tale of survival and societal rebuilding similarly thrilling.

4.2

49,066 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

629

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Southern California • 1970s

Publication Year

1983

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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