Today, our choice of sci-fi is Anathea N. Krrill’s “The Sphere” (https://t.co/lQEvqUfWhc). Sphere is the best choice we can think of at the moment, an amazing title, so in our never-ending tributes to norm-shattering items in all the realms of speculative fiction, we’re not going to pass including this one on our lists. Here we found a plot that is truly entertaining in its emotional content. If we assume you share our enthusiasm for a good book, you should have a quick look at how readers react. In the words of one reader, “The Sphere is a tale of a civiliation separated from earth for centuries and of an inter-being romance. The civilisation has evolved on quite idealistic lines, defined as being essential for the survival of a group of people who are dependent on each other and cut off from all outside sources of help. As the book progresses, it becomes clear that although the ideals are maintained on the surface, the reality is more complicated - and more familiar. I liked this subtity. I think the strength of the book is in the descriptions of this society, how it arose and developed, and how it might be escaped. I also liked that there were likeable characters, and enjoyed seeing their characters develop as we get to know them as the story unfolds. The inter-being romance raises the question - how does love transcend differences between people or between beings of completely different composition. Since this love becomes primarily associated with sex, I felt the question and its resolution was not fully developed. It still adds a nice twist to the story.” Having checked out our review, you should go the whole way and get a copy of the book yourself. If not, stay tuned until we discover the next Asimov or Clarke. Like you, we know it’ll happen eventually.
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