This book was unlike all other science fiction novels I have ever read. It needs to be explained up-front that it is three novellas in one with a common background but not with a strong plot to connect all three. His descriptions about another world is most brilliant and the best part of this book. It is a must read for the purpose of having read a wide variety of novels.

This book may not have fast action but the members of our group appreciated the way this book stayed true to the scientific aspects that were described. What seems more like three stories in one, this book encouraged a lot of discussion and debate about the scientific community and it's relationship with morals and obligations. Another theme that was brought up is perspective of other beings. Overall a meaningful and thought provoking read that our members enjoyed.