Actual Rating 5+ Stars

This is by far my most favourite book of 2020! I can not believe I never heard of this author before. This is not just Muslims in Space... it is so much deeper than that! Spiritually, Philosophically and world-building wise, this collection of stories is so intricate. I was blown away! And I read A LOT of Sci-Fi like, really... this does not happen often. I will be following this author closely not only for continuation of this story (fingers-crossed) but also for anything else he has written. If this was THIS GOOD what else am I missing? For real, read this, you will not be dissapointed!
Also, special shout-out for the voice-work of the Audiobook version, - absolutely outstanding work. Marvelously done, so much emotion and depth in the work. Really connected with me.
Will be re-reading for sure, but need a bit of a break to rest and ponder all of the many questions presented in the story.

2nd re-read: I absolutely love this Universe still. And returning to it was a pure, terrifying Joy!