I’d say the first half set up is the always the slog with his books and the best...

actionfromafar · 2024-09-04T09:50:18.000000Z

Seveneves are very much two books. I liked the first one best.

jorvi · 2024-09-04T10:46:12.000000Z

Doesn't that make them quite mediocre books when viewed holistically?

Imagine if movies were like that: a huge slog for 1h15, and then a twist at 1h50 at which point it actually gets interesting/entertaining.

Don't get me wrong, I love a good slow burn read/watch, but "slog" is not that.

ljlolel · 2024-09-04T23:00:14.000000Z

Anathem payoff is worth it