I really tried with this one, I really did. There's nothing objectively wrong with the story, I just have a difficult time reading hard science fiction, as it's not usually my genre. I made it nearly halfway into the book and I had yet to connect with any of the characters or their plights. The writing style didn't leave an impression on me and overall came off as bland and void of any gripping quality. The pace is incredibly slow, to the point where it feels like the characters keep repeating their goals and motivations and generally fumble around until plot happens. I'm sure this will be someone's favorite book, but it really didn't do anything for me.