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Red Mars by Kim Stanley Robinson
3.25
challenging emotional informative tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

There are a lot of technical terms in this book relating to planet features which I had to Google since I didn't know them. There are also several typos (at least in my copy), including some of the technical terms. Some of the writing of the women, their relationships, and views, is dated and can come across as patronising or juvenile. There were also moments in the book when I felt the author really told on themselves with regards to how they felt about relationships between men and women, marriage, and sex. The book is still interesting. Just be prepared for some challenging parts.