The Stars, Like Dust

by Isaac Asimov
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Good Books rating 2.5
Science Fiction (Sci-Fi)
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  • ID: 6734
  • Added: 2025-11-28
  • Updated: 2025-11-28
  • Publisher: Garden City, N.Y. : Doubleday
  • Published: 1951-01-01
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

Biron Farrell's life is forever changed when a radiation bomb is planted in his dorm room, turning him from an innocent student into a fugitive. As he flees, he learns of his father's murder and becomes determined to uncover the truth. His journey takes him deep into space, where he becomes entangled in a complex web of rebellion, political intrigue, and espionage. /n/n Biron's struggle is not just for his own survival but for the freedom of the galaxy as he confronts the power-mad despots of Tyrann. This gripping tale of adventure and intrigue will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

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Eyrie · Eagle · 2024-04-21
terrible 1.00

The book is considered one of the worst due to its overwrought characters and slapdash politics. The narrative is seen as disjointed and unengaging.

The reviewer found The Stars, Like Dust to be one of the worst books they have ever read. The characters are described as overwrought, and the politics are seen as slapdash and poorly executed. The narrative is disjointed, making it difficult to engage with the story. The reviewer criticizes the book's lack of depth and coherence, which detracts from the overall reading experience. Despite the flaws, the book does have some redeeming moments, but they are overshadowed by the significant issues.

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    The Stars, Like Dust is one of the worst books I have ever read.

    The characters are overwrought, the politics are slapdash and build on broad stereotypes.

    The narrative is disjointed, making it difficult to engage with the story.

eMagill · emagill · 2020-07-30
solid 3.00

As a space opera, the book is not bad, with entertaining characters and a compelling plot. It is a solid entry in the genre.

The reviewer looks at The Stars, Like Dust purely as a space opera and finds it to be a solid entry in the genre. The characters, while a bit flat, are at least entertaining, and the plot is compelling enough to keep the reader engaged. The book offers a good mix of action and intrigue, making it an enjoyable read. While it may not be one of Asimov's best works, it is still a worthwhile read for fans of space opera. The reviewer appreciates the book's ability to entertain and keep the reader interested throughout.

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    Looked at purely as a space opera, it's not a bad book by any means.

    The characters, while a bit flat, are at least entertaining.

    The plot is compelling enough to keep the reader engaged.

At Boundary's Edge · 2020-05-19
good 3.50

The book is a quick-paced adventure that is entertaining but not among Asimov's best works. It offers a fun, albeit simplistic, sci-fi experience.

The reviewer describes The Stars, Like Dust as a fun little adventure that is far more fast-paced than much of Asimov's other work. While it is entertaining, it is not considered one of his classics. The book offers a simplistic but enjoyable sci-fi experience, with a plot that moves quickly and keeps the reader engaged. The characters are likable, and the story is easy to follow, making it a good choice for those looking for a light read. However, it lacks the depth and complexity found in some of Asimov's other works.

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    It's a fun little adventure, if not up there with the classics that Asimov often delivered.

    It's quick-paced, far more so than a lot of his work, and has a lot of action.

    It's a good choice for those looking for a light read.

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