Nova (Samuel R. Delany)

29 April 2015

Nova

The balance of galactic power in the 31st century revolves around Illyrion, the most precious energy source in the universe. Captain Lorq van Ray's varied and exotic crew know their mission is dangerous, but they have no idea of Lorq's secret obsession: to gather Illyrion at source by flying through the very heart of an imploding star.

Average Rating:

Sinclair Manson (22 June 2015 12:39)

This was less challenging than the other Delany books that I've read. The narrative was more or less straightforward, the setting was conventional. It is, I think, a very visual book and it contained some moments that I can best think of as classic science fiction illustrations; the best example being Ruby Red rising from the mist to snare van Ray with her nets.