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Does Hyperion "conclude" with this book (in the same way that the first three volumes of Dune does) or is an investment in all four parts necessary? I only ask because I just finished the first book--which was beyond amazing--but I read that Simmons' original intent was to just release it as a two book epic. Thanks! -Joe

Micah Sisk The first two books are a complete unit. The later two books take place (IIRC) hundreds of years later and revolve around a whole new set of main char…moreThe first two books are a complete unit. The later two books take place (IIRC) hundreds of years later and revolve around a whole new set of main characters, and form their own separate whole, set in the same world/history. Think of the full Hyperion Cantos as a pair of duologies rather than one tetraology.(less)

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I read the first book in the series about a decade ago and while I liked it I never got around to the second book in the series. Should I go back and read the first book before starting the Fall of Hyperion or is it okay to jump into the second book with Hyperion barely in my memory?

Robert I would recommend reading the first book again. It sets the scene for events in the second book.

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hangyas I was bothered by this too. My theory is that he has never really died on the tree, the cruciform healed him before his injuries became fatal. However…moreI was bothered by this too. My theory is that he has never really died on the tree, the cruciform healed him before his injuries became fatal. However, I'm not sure if this is 100% backed by the book(less)

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Bill Jenkins He was the one pilgrim who became shunted to the machine. His role was a minor one: his brain cells used for the machine. He did help in the rebuildin…moreHe was the one pilgrim who became shunted to the machine. His role was a minor one: his brain cells used for the machine. He did help in the rebuilding of the city in the end however. By the way, his book did not create the Shrike.

In my opinion he was just thrown in to be a contrarian to the rest of the crowd. Every trek needs one.(less)

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