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It was ok... a fun little read. None of the science seems remotely sound but it was a fun way to pass a couple afternoons. A little sexist but I think that goes with the time period in which it was written and even the characters are able to admit their lack of expectations for the "weaker sex" in one scene. But only in one scene.

I would recommend it for someone wanting a quick little read purely for entertainment.

kord's review against another edition

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dark hopeful mysterious reflective tense fast-paced

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

5.0

bennought's review against another edition

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4.0

A very fun, though somewhat dated book. Based off of the relationships between the men and women, gender roles, and the general feel for life, it was very clearly written in the 1950s. While this does date the book, it also gives a really interesting snapshot into that world, the kind of monsters they could imagine, and just how they conceived of themselves. Definitely worth a read if you're into aliens or your stereotypical sci-fi thriller, both because this is a fun read and because you can see the influence this book has had on the genre since.

sorina_sfreja's review against another edition

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reflective medium-paced

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

4.0

Great little book, full of thought-provoking ideas.

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