Fractal Noise
Books | Fiction / Science Fiction / Action & Adventure
4.7
Christopher Paolini
Fractal Noise is the thrilling prequel to the masterful space opera To Sleep in a Sea of Stars by internationally bestselling author of Eragon, Christopher Paolini.On the planet Talos VII, twenty-three years before the events of To Sleep in a Sea of Stars, an anomaly is detected: a vast circular pit, with dimensions so perfect that it could only have been the result of conscious design. So a small team is assembled to learn more - perhaps even who built the hole and why. Their mission will take them on a hazardous trek to the very edge of existence.For one explorer, this is the opportunity of a lifetime. For another, a risk not worth taking. And for xenobiologist Alex Crichton, it's a desperate attempt to find meaning in an uncaring universe. But every step they take towards that mysterious abyss is more punishing than the last. Ultimately, no one is prepared for what they will encounter.Praise for To Sleep in a Sea of Stars:'Big and fun - the book Paolini fans have been waiting for' - John Scalzi'A fun, fast-paced epic that science fiction fans will gobble up' - Kirkus Reviews'An epic tale of first contact, travels to the edge of the galaxy, and just maybe the fate of all humankind' - Goodreads
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Author
Christopher Paolini
Pages
286
Publisher
Pan Macmillan
Published Date
2023-05-16
ISBN
1035001128 9781035001125
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"This was as painful and as slow to read as the journey across Talos VII. ⭐️⭐️"
Brian DeWeese
"Finished May 26th. Christopher Paolini never disappoints. But this book was intense and a bit of a downer. "
Nikki Nienhaus
"If you thought this book was painful and slow, listen to the audiobook! It was an experience! I love the narrators voice. The sound effects aren't too cheesey or overdone. I personally very much enjoyed the story itself and found it to be very typical of sci-fi. Good read! "
Elise Meyers
"Awesome prequel. Gave us some answers and background with some good intensity. I will never not live Paolini’s writing style."
Somer Stepp
"If you don't like space and sand/dirt, this is not the book for you. But if you don't mind a slower-paced space book, you'll like it. As the prequel to To Sleep In A Sea Of Stars, I was not sure what to expect but I was not disappointed. You truly can read this one first if you want, which is also nice. "
Hannah Gibson
"A fabulous exploration of grief, and loss. The story itself could be described as a Sci fi drama with an element of cosmic horror intrigue at the center. Using this setting and the goal at the narrative center as a device to explore our protagonist in a semi non linear fashion. "
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