Planet of the Damned
Planet of the Damned
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
2008
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Planet of the Damned by Harry Harrison follows an individual named Brion Brandd who is tasked with preventing an interplanetary war. Set in a future where planets have unique societies and customs, Brion must navigate cultural differences and uncover critical information to avert disaster, demonstrating the complexities of diplomacy and understanding.
Adventurous
Suspenseful
Gritty
Challenging
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Planet of the Damned by Harry Harrison is praised for its fast-paced narrative and imaginative world-building. Readers enjoy Harrison's engaging writing style and the thought-provoking themes he explores. However, some criticize the character development as lacking depth. The novel is a classic example of 1960s science fiction, appealing to fans of the genre.
Who Should Read Planet of the Damned?
Readers who enjoy Planet of the Damned by Harry Harrison likely appreciate fast-paced science fiction with elements of adventure and survival. Fans of Isaac Asimov's Foundation series or Robert Heinlein's Starship Troopers may find similar appeal in its interplanetary conflict and exploration themes.
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Novel • Fiction
2008
Adult
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