Aurora
Aurora
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Starship • 29th century
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Aurora by Kim Stanley Robinson follows a group of individuals on a multi-generational journey aboard a starship traveling to a distant exoplanet named Aurora. The narrative explores the complexities of space travel, the challenges of survival in confined environments, and the human capacity for adaptation and resilience as they face unforeseen obstacles.
Contemplative
Mysterious
Challenging
Emotional
Informative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Kim Stanley Robinson's Aurora is praised for its vivid depiction of space travel and exploration, characterized by detailed scientific plausibility and philosophical depth. However, some readers find the pacing uneven, which might detract from engagement. Overall, the novel offers a thought-provoking journey into the challenges of interstellar colonization.
Who Should Read Aurora?
A reader captivated by Aurora would enjoy hard science fiction with a focus on plausible space exploration and the complexities of human survival in space. Fans of Arthur C. Clarke’s Rendezvous with Rama or Andy Weir’s The Martian will appreciate Robinson’s detailed world-building and intricate storytelling.
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Novel • Fiction
Starship • 29th century
2015
Adult
18+ years
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