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    <body><![CDATA[An excellent story with really intelligent discussions along the way about science and evolution. I thoroughly enjoyed it although I must say as a middle-aged man, I tire of all the youthful characters learning about the world that inhabit science fiction.]]></body>
    
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    <body><![CDATA[This book is a masterpiece, Schroeder deftly combines philosophy, hard sci-fi, excellent characters and a deep plot to create one of the best novels out there. ]]></body>
    
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    <body><![CDATA[Rue de Cassal's character was inspiring.  I strive to be loyal and persevere as she did.  I even named my cat after her.]]></body>
    
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