The Rise of Endymion (Hyperion Cantos, #4)
The Rise of Endymion (Hyperion Cantos, #4)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Space • Far Future
1998
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Rise of Endymion by Dan Simmons is a science fiction novel, the fourth and final book in the Hyperion Cantos series. It follows the journey of Aenea and Raul Endymion as they confront powerful forces in the far future. It explores themes of destiny, faith, and transformation.
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The Rise of Endymion by Dan Simmons delivers a complex, richly woven narrative that concludes the Hyperion Cantos with philosophical depth and imaginative scope. Praised for its intricate plot and profound themes, the novel occasionally faces criticism for its dense prose and slower pacing. Overall, it offers a thought-provoking and satisfying end to the series.
Who Should Read The Rise of Endymion (Hyperion Cantos, #4)?
A reader who would enjoy The Rise of Endymion by Dan Simmons likely appreciates complex, thought-provoking science fiction with rich character development and intricate world-building. Fans of Frank Herbert's Dune and Isaac Asimov's Foundation series will find a similarly immersive and epic narrative experience.
68,721 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Space • Far Future
1998
Adult
18+ years
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