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The novel follows seven strangers as they debark on a pilgrimage to the Time Tombs and the dreaded Shrike on the world of Hyperion. Hyperion is a fringe planet in post-Earth universe, which is divided into three factions: the ruling Hegemony (humans), the Ousters (humans) the TechnoCore (AI).
Simmons' universe is very believable, more or less an extension of Earth society combined with modest technological advancements. But it's Hyperion that is truly defines the setting. Hyperion is a world of m ...more
Simmons' universe is very believable, more or less an extension of Earth society combined with modest technological advancements. But it's Hyperion that is truly defines the setting. Hyperion is a world of m ...more
This was beautifully written from the perspective of multiple characters, with different stories to tell interwoven with the present.
I have to say, I love sci-fi books which use the science fiction as an interesting backdrop for some really intense character interaction and scenarios you just couldn't create in the present world. This book does it brilliantly.
As for the end.. weird. And earwormy. And a total cliffhanger. ...more
I have to say, I love sci-fi books which use the science fiction as an interesting backdrop for some really intense character interaction and scenarios you just couldn't create in the present world. This book does it brilliantly.
As for the end.. weird. And earwormy. And a total cliffhanger. ...more
A science-fiction classic and a modern Canterbury Tales.
I liked the structure of the book, and it worked very well together. Dan Simmons is obviously a gifted writer, combining interesting ideas with memorable characters. Some of these stories, if not all, could have easily been made into standalone novels, and I would love to explore more of this universe.
I liked the structure of the book, and it worked very well together. Dan Simmons is obviously a gifted writer, combining interesting ideas with memorable characters. Some of these stories, if not all, could have easily been made into standalone novels, and I would love to explore more of this universe.
Pretty good book. I wasnt sure how I was going to feel as I started reading this one. But it quickly captured my attention and I enjoyed how it was told from different genre viewpoints. I will definitely read the next one, Fall of Hyperion.
Oct 20, 2009
Shellie (Layers of Thought)
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