Balazs

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The tone of the book was captivating, blending adventure and scientific curiosity in a way that kept me hooked from start to finish. I appreciated the historical aspect, as it transported me back to a time of grand explorations and scientific discoveries and the type of humorous bickering between the characters. The vivid descriptions of the prehistoric world and the challenges faced by the expedition team were enthralling.

Loved this gripping tale of the Rockhopper crew in the mid-21st century, investigating Saturn's moon Janus as it unexpectedly leaves orbit. Their journey, filled with political tension and alien encounters, showcases themes of exploration and human ingenuity. However, I'm quite confident it won't take hundreds of years and alien species for us to develop rejuvenation technologies!

Greatly enjoyed the book until I reached the end. To my surprise the story ended abruptly. Turns out this is essentially half of a book, half the story and this half does not stand on its own. This is why I have not given five stars.

I stopped reading “Hyperion” because the heavy focus on religion in a futuristic society felt dystopian to me. I prefer stories where science and reason shape the future, not faith. Despite the rich world and complex characters, the theme of religious control was too off-putting.

What an absolute eye opener regarding all the ways sleep benefits us and why we must establish healthy sleep habits for our own sake.