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Pandora's Star

2004758 pagesDel Rey/Ballantine Books

Synopsis

In the year 2380, humanity has spread across hundreds of worlds connected by wormholes. When an astronomer spots a star vanishing without a trace, a mission is launched to investigate. Aboard the starship Second Chance, a rejuvenated pilot leads the crew into the unknown, facing a mysterious cult and a potential interstellar threat.

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About the author

Peter F. Hamilton (born 2 March 1960) is a British author. He is best known for writing space opera. As of the publication of his tenth novel in 2004, his works had sold over two million copies worldwide. Source: Wikipedia

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Characters

Wilson KimeProtagonist
Bradley JohanssonAntagonist
Dudley BoseSupporting
Second Chance crewSupporting

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The Commonwealth Saga

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Pandora's Star need to be read in order?

    Pandora's Star is the first book in The Commonwealth Saga, and it is essential to read it before its direct sequel, Judas Unchained, to understand the overarching plot and character developments.

  • How does Pandora's Star connect to Peter F. Hamilton's other books?

    Pandora's Star introduces the Commonwealth universe, which is further explored in the direct sequel, Judas Unchained, and later in the Void Trilogy. While the Void Trilogy features some returning characters and shared lore, it can be read independently of the Commonwealth Saga.

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