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The Garden of Rama (Rama, #3)

Gentry Lee, Arthur C. Clarke
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The Garden of Rama (Rama, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1993

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Gentry Lee, Arthur C. Clarke

The Garden of Rama (Rama, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1993
Book Details
Pages

593

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Space • 2200s

Theme
Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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Super Short Summary

The Garden of Rama by Gentry Lee and Arthur C. Clarke continues the journey of individuals inside a massive extraterrestrial spacecraft. Humans adapt to new environments, encounter diverse species, and face challenges that test their humanity and cooperation in the vast universe. This third installment in the Rama series explores complex social and ethical dilemmas.

Reviews & Readership

3.9

28,389 ratings

64%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Garden of Rama by Gentry Lee and Arthur C. Clarke expands on its predecessor with imaginative world-building and complex themes. However, some readers find its pacing slow and character development lacking. Fans of the series may appreciate the continued exploration, but it may not captivate newcomers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Garden of Rama (Rama, #3)?

A reader who enjoys The Garden of Rama by Gentry Lee and Arthur C. Clarke likely appreciates epic science fiction with complex themes of human civilization and exploration, akin to fans of 2001: A Space Odyssey and Dune. This audience seeks intricate plots and philosophical reflections on humanity's role in the universe.

3.9

28,389 ratings

64%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

593

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Space • 2200s

Theme
Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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