The Redemption of Time: A Three-Body Problem Novel (The Three-Body Problem Series Book 4)

The Redemption of Time: A Three-Body Problem Novel (The Three-Body Problem Series Book 4)

4.2 out of 5

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Set in the universe of the New York Times bestselling Three-Body Problem trilogy, The Redemption of Time continues Cixin Liu’s multi-award-winning science fiction saga. This original story by Baoshu―published with Liu’s support―envisions the aftermath of the conflict between humanity and the extraterrestrial Trisolarans.

In the midst of an interstellar war, Yun Tianming found himself on the front lines. Riddled with cancer, he chose to end his life, only to find himself flash frozen and launched into space where the Trisolaran First Fleet awaited. Captured and tortured beyond endurance for decades, Yun eventually succumbed to helping the aliens subjugate humanity in order to save Earth from complete destruction.

Granted a healthy clone body by the Trisolarans, Yun has spent his very long life in exile as a traitor to the human race. Nearing the end of his existence at last, he suddenly receives another reprieve―and another regeneration. A consciousness calling itself The Spirit has recruited him to wage battle against an entity that threatens the existence of the entire universe. But Yun refuses to be a pawn again and makes his own plans to save humanity’s future…


About the authors

Baoshu

Baoshu

Li Jun, known by the pen name Baoshu, is a Chinese science fiction and fantasy writer. One of his books, Three Body X, is a sequel to Death's End by Liu Cixin. Baoshu received his Master of Philosophy at Peking University, and a second master after studying at Katholieke Universiteit Leuven.


Reviews

Ryan Voiles

Ryan Voiles

5

Decent fanfic!

Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2024

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I thought this book had a lot of fun ideas and well worth a read if you're a fan of the Three Body Problem books.

Mike "Ol' Blue"

Mike "Ol' Blue"

5

perfect ending

Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2024

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Perfect ending to the three body problem. Not as exciting or suspenseful as the trilogy but very satisfying. Totally recommend.

James

James

5

Feels More Like Manga Than a Novel

Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2024

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The fourth book's distinct style is notable. The partner swap from the third book's conclusion makes great fodder for this fanfic. It's an entertaining read, though it might not be for everyone.

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James Walker

James Walker

4

Different Writer, Great Read

Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2023

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The tone differs from the original. But it very neatly ties up all the plot holes and missing details from the trilogy, making it essential for those who are at unease over the original ending. The story is highly creative and imaginative. Deducting a single star because it can get a bit “spiritual” at times when looking at the expanse of the cosmos but it’s a great story that I’ll be carrying with me for the rest of my life

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Steven

Steven

3

It’s tough to get through at times.

Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2024

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It’s incredibly sad what happened to Cixin with his publisher deciding to add this fan fiction into the series. The information is interesting, expanding on the brilliant story of Cixin. But I couldn’t help but to cringe a lot. Some parts read like hentai manga by an incel. I think the author believes that by including uncommon adjectives he’s writing better, when in reality it comes off as pretentious. Forced paragraphs describing the scene we contrived and felt inorganic.

I appreciated the story Yun recanted of his experience with the Trisolarians but his dialogue throughout was hard to read sometimes. I’m almost sad I’ve decided to read this.

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