A review by ettuladyblue
Children of God by Mary Doria Russell

5.0

I think I have a new favorite duology. It's sci-fi for agnostic linguists with a huge dose of extraterrestrial anthropology. The multiple viewpoints give such a compelling human angle, these characters feel like they actually have lives beyond the page. The tragedy of cultural miscommunication and the grace of true understanding...*chef's kiss*
Trust me when I also say it's incredibly tragic and sad and if not uplifting, hopeful. Plus, space kangaroos. Devoured both of these and plan to buy my own copies soon.