This story happens out in deep space in the far future, when people are moving through the universe mining asteroids and other space debris. A routine scan of the space round a spacecraft shows that there is an object like no other ever seen moving incredibly quickly towards earth. Is this a threat to all that space dwellers hold dear or just an unusual event? I've always been a huge fan of Orson Scott Card since I read his wonderful "Ender's game", and was keen to find out if this lived up to that book of genius. And it does! There are various characters you come to really care about and the growing threat to earth is very well portrayed. And the story is fast-paced, gripping and full of tension. Just fantastic in my opinion.
Who would enjoy this? Any Orson Scott card fans (isn't that everyone?) or those who enjoy an excellent story told well.
Reviewed by Hamish
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