Orphans of the Sky by Robert A. Heinlein

224 pages first pub 1963 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous challenging fast-paced
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A fix-up consisting of the novelette "Universe" (1941) and the novella "Common Sense" (1941). First published in 1963.Hugh had been taught that, according to the ancient sacred writings, the Ship was on a voyage to faraway Centaurus. But he also u...

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Community Reviews Summary of 484 reviews

Moods

adventurous 78%
tense 35%
dark 28%
challenging 21%
mysterious 21%
reflective 14%
hopeful 7%
informative 7%

Pace

medium 46%
fast 46%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 76% | It's complicated: 15% | Yes: 7%

Loveable characters?

No: 61% | Yes: 23% | It's complicated: 15%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 53% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 15%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 75% | Yes: 25%

Average rating

3.43

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