This story of a Jesuit mission to another planet has fascinating philosophical and religious discussions, and is very different from other science fiction I’ve read. The characters are wonderfully portrayed, including the aliens, and the relationships are sympathetic and engaging. I was totally engrossed by the story, but am not sure whether I’m yet ready for the sequel. There was disturbing content in “The Sparrow”, but it was necessary to the story. The book raises moral questions that are relevant to society today, and makes the reader think. I recommend it.
“A sparrow can’t fall to the sod
Unless that’s been allowed by God.”
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