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The Collapsing Empire (The Interdependency, #1)

John Scalzi
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The Collapsing Empire (The Interdependency, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017

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John Scalzi

The Collapsing Empire (The Interdependency, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Interdependency • Far Future

Theme
Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Collapsing Empire by John Scalzi explores a universe where interstellar travel and communication depend on the Flow, a network of wormholes. As the Flow begins to collapse, society faces upheaval. The plot follows individuals navigating this crisis and grappling with the impending changes that threaten their civilization's future.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

69,913 ratings

83%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

John Scalzi's The Collapsing Empire is celebrated for its brisk pace, witty dialogue, and intriguing political intrigue, which have captivated both new readers and fans alike. Critics appreciate the book’s accessible prose and engaging characters. However, some note that its world-building can feel underdeveloped and that certain plot elements seem predictable. Overall, it’s a compelling start to a promising series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Collapsing Empire (The Interdependency, #1)?

A reader who would enjoy The Collapsing Empire by John Scalzi is likely a fan of fast-paced, witty science fiction with intricate world-building and political intrigue, similar to readers of The Expanse series by James S.A. Corey or Old Man’s War by Scalzi himself. They appreciate humor mixed with high stakes and dynamic characters.

4.3

69,913 ratings

83%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Interdependency • Far Future

Theme
Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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