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Read in French.

An interesting premise but old book with sometimes racist/sexists stuff in it... :/
Otherwise the writing is really good, not sure if I really cared about the plot, I would probably need to read it a second time.

esko's review against another edition

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slow-paced

1.0

aberdeenwaters's review against another edition

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3.0

I found the middle section to be the most satisfying. Had some atmosphere and interesting ideas; I almost gave it four stars. Pairs well with 'Heart of Darkness.'

aikoa's review against another edition

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This book is set in a swampy, humid, hot future and reading it felt like wading through those swamps. I got halfway and had no desire to wade more. The language is, I suppose, compelling at times, but to what end? The plot is beside the point, as are the characters, and then all you have left is the setting and a mildly interesting idea about "organic memory" that can be awakened by changing environmental conditions. It's not enough to carry your through the whole book.

smddly's review against another edition

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challenging dark mysterious reflective tense slow-paced

3.0

myama's review against another edition

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dark medium-paced

2.5

estherounette's review against another edition

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challenging mysterious medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.25

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