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Old 05-18-2011, 11:27 AM   #3
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I remember reading this book a while back and thought it was pretty good. I agree with your "science as a prop" assessment though that didn't detract too much from my enjoyment.
I mention that only because he's considered a "hard science fiction" author, as opposed to folks that use science as if it were magic. But THIS book, I just don't think we have anything near the scientific justification for this to be "hard science". Means nothing in terms of "is this a fun story to read".

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I also remember liking his Moving Mars book.
Don't think I read that one.

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