Phases of Gravity

Name: Phases of Gravity
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Rating: 4.2 (299 reviews)
Author: Dan Simmons

by Dan Simmons

Contemporary Fiction Literary Fiction

4.2 (299)

4.2 stars from 299 reviews

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Perfect for you if...

You appreciate literary fiction that uses a big premise (space exploration) to ask intimate questions about regret and connection.
You're drawn to character studies where the real drama is internal, not external.
You want a thoughtful novel about loss that doesn't resort to cheap sentiment or easy answers.

Maybe not for you if...

You're looking for hard science fiction or technical detail about space missions and engineering.
You prefer plot-driven narratives with clear villains and straightforward conflict.
You need fast pacing and constant momentum rather than introspection and quiet moments.

About this book

Richard Baedecker, an astronaut, returns to Earth believing his greatest challenge was walking on the moon. He then encounters a mysterious woman who prompts him to confront his past, including the son and wife he lost due to his dedication to space exploration, his forgotten childhood, and losses from the Challenger disaster. Baedecker's most difficult exploration becomes not the moon's rocky terrain, but understanding himself and his capacity for love. The novel examines themes of love and loss across Baedecker's life, from his experiences in space to his personal relationships and inner emotional landscape.

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Currently 4.2★ from 299 reviews

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