A fascinating science-fiction novel about two extremely different factions of space-faring mankind observing and hoping to capitalize on a planet of intelligent giant spiders.
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An imaginative, well thought-out space opera setting
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The conclusion feels kind of simple and predictable in retrospect
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A fascinating premise of contacting extremely alien intelligence
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Doesn’t really delve too deep in the contact difficulties with alien beings
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Interesting, likable, relatively profound characters
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Enthralling plot full of twists and surprises
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A solid story that explores intergalactic politics and nonhuman intelligence
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Thought-provoking on space society and contact with intelligent species
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Visual novel & other stuff impressions 