A review by kippyb
Speaker for the Dead by Orson Scott Card

5.0

It was a tremendously enthralling story that surpassed it predecessor in everything but action. But what it lacks in warfare it makes up for in emotion and storytelling. While not for everyone, it's exactly the type of story I enjoy reading. Leaving enough mystery to have you turning the pages until granting you all the answers in a satisfying manner. Deep thoughts and questions about human nature are deeply rooted in the book. While some might argue that the author was forcing his ideas on the reader - using his characters to portray his opinions - I didn't feel that at all. I felt he objectively tackled all the problems in a thoughtful manner. While you wouldn't need to have read Ender's Game before reading Speaker for the Dead, it's highly recommended that you do. You'll have much more appreciation for some of the characters and events that are brought up.

It was a good read and once I started I couldn't put it down! But, as I said, it's not for everyone.