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adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I only now realize that I never wrote a review of what is probably my favourite sci-fi novel so far. Hyperion is extremely well written, deep and creative. Simmons’ take on the Canterbury Tales is very, very well thought out.
Most characters are relatable in a way or another (even when they are mean a**holes), some tales will leave you crying on the floor while others will make you laugh. The Shrike is one of the most poignant creatures I’ve read about.
Oh and yes, read The Fall of Hyperion, it is highly rewarding and brings this story arc to an end. Hyperion is basically « part one ».
This book is proof that sci-fi can be « deep » literature, for those who still doubt it. Very highly recommended.
Most characters are relatable in a way or another (even when they are mean a**holes), some tales will leave you crying on the floor while others will make you laugh. The Shrike is one of the most poignant creatures I’ve read about.
Oh and yes, read The Fall of Hyperion, it is highly rewarding and brings this story arc to an end. Hyperion is basically « part one ».
This book is proof that sci-fi can be « deep » literature, for those who still doubt it. Very highly recommended.