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Only Human (Themis Files, #3)

Sylvain Neuvel
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Only Human (Themis Files, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

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Sylvain Neuvel

Only Human (Themis Files, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Earth • Near Future

Theme
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Only Human by Sylvain Neuvel follows a group of people as they navigate the challenges of interplanetary relations between Earth and an alien race. The story focuses on their experiences, the consequences of their actions, and the political intrigue that arises from their encounters. It is the third book in the Themis Files series.

Reviews & Readership

3.8

35,431 ratings

59%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Only Human by Sylvain Neuvel offers a complex narrative that wraps up the Themis Files trilogy with intrigue and high stakes. Reviewers praise its profound exploration of sociopolitical themes and character development, though some find the pacing inconsistent. The blend of science fiction and personal elements garners both admiration and critique for its ambitious scope.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Only Human (Themis Files, #3)?

A reader who enjoys thought-provoking science fiction with geopolitical intrigue will find Only Human by Sylvain Neuvel captivating. Fans of Emily St. John Mandel's Station Eleven or the thematic depth of The Expanse series by James S.A. Corey will appreciate the blend of humanity and technology.

3.8

35,431 ratings

59%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Earth • Near Future

Theme
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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