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The Reality Dysfunction (Night's Dawn, #1)

Peter F. Hamilton
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The Reality Dysfunction (Night's Dawn, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997

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Peter F. Hamilton

The Reality Dysfunction (Night's Dawn, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997
Book Details
Pages

1223

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Varied Planets • Distant Future

Theme
Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Reality Dysfunction by Peter F. Hamilton is a science fiction novel set in the 27th century. It explores humanity's colonization of space and the emergence of an extraordinary threat. Combining elements of space opera and dark fantasy, it delves into the lives and challenges of various characters as they confront this unprecedented crisis.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

40,234 ratings

79%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Reality Dysfunction by Peter F. Hamilton is praised for its imaginative world-building, complex characters, and expansive plot that deftly weaves together science fiction and horror elements. However, some critics find the pacing uneven and the extensive detail occasionally overwhelming. Despite these drawbacks, it remains a compelling and ambitious read for genre enthusiasts.

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Who Should Read The Reality Dysfunction (Night's Dawn, #1)?

Readers who enjoy expansive space operas, intricate plotting, and detailed world-building would be captivated by Peter F. Hamilton's The Reality Dysfunction. Fans of Frank Herbert's Dune or Isaac Asimov's Foundation series will appreciate the complex interstellar politics and multifaceted characters in this novel.

4.2

40,234 ratings

79%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

The Reality Dysfunction is the first book in the ambitious Night's Dawn trilogy by Peter F. Hamilton, which took the author five years to complete due to its expansive scope and complexity.

The book seamlessly incorporates elements of space opera with a blend of supernatural elements, showcasing Hamilton's ability to merge genres in a way that keeps readers engrossed.

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Peter F. Hamilton uses his training as a computer programmer to create intricate and believable world-building that reflects a sophisticated understanding of technology and its future possibilities.

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Book Details
Pages

1223

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Varied Planets • Distant Future

Theme
Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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