Forge of God: Anvil of Stars (Paperback)

from Karlstar

Just before the Earth was destroyed by a black hole sent by aliens, a ship full of human children was sent out to get revenge. Once out in the universe, they face many challenges, not the least of which is how, and why to continue the mission. Good stuff!

from rondoctor

Greg Bear is one of my favorite authors, but some of his more recent books have not been to my taste. This one however, is classic science fiction. It is not quite as good as the "prequel", The Forge of God, but it is an excellent read. The book starts slowly, so when you read it, persevere. The ...

from Karlstar

Just before the Earth was destroyed by a black hole sent by aliens, a ship full of human children was sent out to get revenge. Once out in the universe, they face many challenges, not the least of which is how, and why to continue the mission. Good stuff!

from Clevermonkey

Follow-up to "Forge of God", very different book. Small-group social dynamics in a pressure cooker, and amazing cosmology. Just following the physics is a delight. Survivors of the destruction of Earth, a large crew of young adults are chosen by the alien Benefactors who save a sliver of mankind....

from iftyzaidi

For a time Greg Bear was THE name for hard sf that challenged readers with big ideas. This sequel to what was an absorbing 'end of the world' novel, 'Forge of God' is a perfect example of the author's strengths. Tasked with avenging Earth's destruction, a group of surviving Earth children set for...