Absolution Gap by Alastair Reynolds

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For fans of provocative, high-stakes science fiction with a focus on complex moral dilemmas and the struggle for survival in a vast, unforgiving universe, Absolution Gap by Alastair Reynolds is a gripping and suspenseful read that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

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The Inhibitors were designed to eliminate any life-form reaching a certain level of intelligence - and they've targeted humanity. War veteran Clavain and a ragtag group of refugees have fled into hiding. Their leadership is faltering, and their si...

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Community Reviews

3.83
based on 1,655 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 76%

dark: 66%

mysterious: 59%

tense: 46%

challenging: 33%

emotional: 15%

hopeful: 10%

reflective: 10%

sad: 8%

informative: 7%

inspiring: 5%

funny: 1%


Pace

1% of readers chose fast
43% of readers chose medium
54% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

45% of readers chose Plot
50% of readers chose A mix
1% of readers chose Character
1% of readers chose N/A
Plot
A mix
Character
N/A

Strong character development?

55% of readers chose Yes
25% of readers chose Complicated
20% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

39% of readers chose Yes
34% of readers chose Complicated
24% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

76% of readers chose Yes
8% of readers chose Complicated
10% of readers chose No
5% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

48% of readers chose Yes
18% of readers chose Complicated
31% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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