Hyperion Cantos #1: Hyperion—Roll Call *NO Spoilers*

[Kathi, Moderator & Book Lover]

Please check in here if you are reading or planning to read Hyperion by Dan Simmons, book 1 in Hyperion Cantos. Any early thoughts?

Please, NO spoilers here!

[Justine]

I started it earlier this month because I’m listening to the audiobook and it’s pretty long. The narration is good and I do like the internal story structure with the individual main characters each telling the story of their connection to the Shrike and why (presumably) they were chosen for the pilgrimage to Hyperion. I really have no idea where the story as a whole is ultimately going, so just waiting and seeing…

I’m currently on the Detective’s Story by M. Lamia…

[Shel, Moderator]

Not sure I plan on re-reading right now, but this is one of my favorites that I kinda know by heart 😁

[Kathi, Moderator & Book Lover]

I’ve read this a couple times, but years ago. Unfortunately, after my husband read it, we passed the books on to a used book store, so I won’t be rereading it with the group. I know my memory is not great for details, but I know I loved the whole series.

[Forrest]

I’m excited to start this. I don’t have much experience with sci-fi so fingers crossed.

[Dawn]

I have the book from the library but I seem to be running a little behind, so not sure when I will start.

[Forrest]

This book has some great writing. Heading into the third story tonight.

[Dorien]

I started book 1 this week. It took several attempts in previous months to get into it, but now I'm hooked.

[Shel, Moderator]

I'm glad! It's a favorite of mine!