
Double Contact (The Sector General Novels)
by James White
4.7 stars from 122 reviews
Last checked: Jun 30, 2026
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- Isaac Asimov
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- Blindsight
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Perfect for you if...
- You enjoy hard sci-fi that treats alien biology and medicine seriously, with genuine problem-solving at its heart.
- You appreciate ensemble casts where characters from wildly different species work together with mutual respect and occasional dry humour.
- You want adventure that doesn't rely on conflict between humans and aliens, but on collaborative detective work across species barriers.
Maybe not for you if...
- You prefer human-centric stories where Earth or humanity plays the central role in galactic affairs.
- You want fast-paced action and combat. This is procedural and contemplative, focused on diagnosis rather than violence.
- You're looking for standalone novels. This is book five in an ongoing series with established characters and relationships you'll want to know.
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Currently on sale at $2.99 — 83% off peak. Price has dropped 19 times over the last 6 years. Goes on sale roughly every 34 days. Typically stays discounted for 129 days.
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Currently 4.7★ from 122 reviews
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