Lucifer's Hammer: A Novel

Larry Niven Lucifer's Hammer Reviews Summary

Ratings Breakdown

Rated 4.5 by 4,720 people

Pros from Reviews

  • Engaging story
  • Well-developed characters
  • Thought-provoking themes
  • Classic apocalyptic fiction
  • Great pacing in second half
  • Nostalgic writing style
  • Realistic disaster scenarios

Cons from Reviews

  • Slow first half
  • Too many characters
  • Confusing viewpoint shifts
  • Disappointing conclusion
  • Some characters underdeveloped

Notable Features

Mass Market Paperback
640 pages
English Language
High Rating
Science Fiction
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