My opinion:
- Interesting concept of a Dark Forest & cosmic sociology axioms.
- Unpleasant characters: Ye Wenjie (narcissistic and psychopathic), Cheng Xin (a kind billionaire lol).
- Disappointing ending—the last few chapters feel weak.
Bonus: Absolutely fascinating interpretation of the first book by @yogthos@lemmy.ml.
Ive been meaning to read these for years, ever since watching a YouTuber named Quinn talk about them. I watched the first season of the netflix series, I'm sure that kinda ruined the first book for me.
Quinn's Ideas mentione: I upvote
I feel shameful almost that spoiling series is actually what makes me interested in them, but it's hard to resist watching his videos
Yeah same. I hear about stuff that sounds like I'd love to read from him. And half the time I watch and spoil anyway.
Afaik the first season is a mix of stories from all 3 books. For example “brain” part is from 3rd book.
Good to know. I'm currently listening to The Culture series by Ian Banks. I really dig the post scarcity benevolent society.