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Dan Simmons - Hyperion

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The first half of the Hyperion Cantos, this epic tells the tale of seven pilgrims who travel to the planet Hyperion to visit the Time Tombs, home of the Shrike, a possibly mythic creature which some fear and others worship. Along the way, each traveler tells of how they came to be on the pilgrimage. Winner of the 1990 Hugo Award. Followed by THE FALL OF HYPERION.
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"Metal teeth click shut in a steel vagina."
May 02, 2007

Pros: Structurally complex. Some excellent stories. Classic cover art.
Cons: The framing narrative is weak. Some mediocre stories. Not at all a standalone.
Bottom Line: A mixed bag, like most projects that dare to be exceptional.
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The Pilgrims' Journey to the Lord of Pain
Oct 29, 2003

Pros: Engaging, absorbing, unusual, graceful, elegant. Has depth and character, wit and humor.
Cons: Some might find parts of it slow; cliffhanger ending.
Bottom Line: A fascinating, absorbing blend of science fiction, horror, and mysticism. A rare treat of a book!
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Beautiful science fiction
Jun 21, 2000

Pros: Lyrical style, strong characterization, strong plot, insightful thematic content
Cons: The sequel is a pain to dig up; it might take you a year to find it too.
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Back To High School. Or, Just Drive A Nail Into My Skull.
Mar 09, 2007

Pros: Action elements are well done...as are some of the plot notions.
Cons: Length. Weak characterization. Melodrama. Two-dimensional behavior.
Bottom Line: Read Simmons' "Carrion Comfort," instead.
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Hyperion, A Cantos in Two Parts
Feb 06, 2001

Pros: Deep Characters, Branching Plot, Huge Story Universe, Engrossing.
Cons: Ending within Fall of Hyperion, Poetry may confuse.
Bottom Line: Get it, read it, love it. Immense character and universe development with a strong, unique plot create an incredible tale.
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Canterbury Tales on Crack
Dec 10, 1999

Pros: Terrific plot, good characters, very impressive writing and villian
Cons: Terrible ending. If you hate cliff hangers, stay away
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What if the catholic church ruled the universe?
Jul 25, 2001

Pros: Fist-rate story telling, compelling characters and thought provoking ideas.
Cons: NONE
Bottom Line: An intelligent tale told in a thought provoking manner. A must read for anyone interested in life's deeper issues.
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An awesome achievement
Nov 27, 1999

Pros: Stunning absorbing characters and plot
Cons: Leaves you hanging for the second half
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An excellent novel
Apr 19, 2000

Pros: Ingenious combination of science fiction, religion, philosophy and literature
Cons: No final resolution or climax, which do not appear until the sequel
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No Hype for Me
Nov 28, 1999

Pros: None
Cons: Disappointing, unrewarding
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