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tedpikul's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
if i had known it would be so similar to event horizon i wouldn't have read it
grahamclements's review against another edition
5.0
Blindsight is a novel about a crew of scientists commanded by a vampire on a ship run by an artificial intelligence, who are investigating an alien signal eminating from a comet in deep space. For the most part it is hard science fiction, except perhaps the vampire. It is a difficult read due to the plethora of science - some real, some imagined - that occurs in the story. Unless you are a physics professor or spend hours researching the many science concepts mentioned, you are unlikely to know what is real, possible, or just total speculation. It reminded me of reading books written by Greg Egan. It's also difficult to know what is going on because the main POV character often doesn't know either, as he is not up to speed with the science and he is also kept out of the loop. Having said that, there is a wonderful plot about first contact with very different aliens. These are no greys. They appear to be totally uninterested in humans. But are they? The plot keeps you reading while wondering what the hell is going on. Some of your questions are eventually answered, some answers you will have to fill in for yourself, and other questions will just bewilder you. A great read for those who like a challenge.
ravixforlorn's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
copiousw's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
stealthlego's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Well written, reflective sci-fi. A little wordy for my tastes but obviously written by a talented author.
itsvalentin's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
unread1975's review against another edition
4.0
I'll surely re-read it in English or Russian, because I have general problems on focus with audiobooks. But from what I got it is quite an interesting mix of sci-fi and drama.
noahfence2007's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
fast-paced
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
alexray's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I think this is a new all time favourite. Enthralling punchy writing, nuanced and interesting characters, and sciency theorizing integrated very smoothly. Going to be chewing for a long time on the ideas presented. Just to name a few, whether consciousness is necessary or even beneficial for intelligence, and the dynamic between the illusion of the "I" we experience, and all the layers underneath the illusion.
Content Warnings
Minor: Rape