“Seveneves” was a bedtime read that actually had the opposite effect of curing my insomnia.
I learned a lot about orbital mechanics, the power of the social narrative, the impact of the environment on beliefs and behaviors, plus many more things–all in a fun and interesting way.
Despite that, “Seveneves” doesn’t feel rushed or lacking. I believe Stephenson could have expanded this book into an entire post-apocalyptic series. That might seem like a lot, but when considering the topic matter and span of time it covers, it actually ends up being pretty short. The story begins on Earth, present day, and soars into the future over its nine-hundred pages. Definitely a good autumnal read if you’re into science fiction. What would happen if the moon blew up? It’s a scary thought and one Neal Stephenson seeks to explore in his odyssey, “Seveneves.” I recently finished the book and find myself checking for that particular celestial body whenever I go outside at night.
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