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Beyond the Blue Event Horizon

Frederik Pohl
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Beyond the Blue Event Horizon

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000

Book Brief

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Frederik Pohl

Beyond the Blue Event Horizon

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Space • 22nd century

Theme
Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Beyond the Blue Event Horizon by Frederik Pohl follows Robin, a person exploring a space station with a team, as they navigate the challenges of a mysterious alien technology. Their journey uncovers profound secrets impacting humanity's future, while personal struggles and conflicts arise in the quest for knowledge and survival.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Adventurous

Fantastical

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.2

14,015 ratings

72%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Frederik Pohl's Beyond the Blue Event Horizon captivates with its imaginative world-building and complex narrative. Critics praise its intricate plot and compelling character development. Some, however, find the pacing uneven and the scientific explanations dense. Overall, the novel delivers a thought-provoking and engaging continuation of the Heechee saga.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Beyond the Blue Event Horizon?

Fans of speculative fiction who relish intricate plots and thought-provoking themes will enjoy Frederik Pohl's Beyond the Blue Event Horizon. Similar to Arthur C. Clarke's Rendezvous with Rama, readers of interstellar exploration and human discovery will be captivated.

4.2

14,015 ratings

72%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Space • 22nd century

Theme
Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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