A griping series of stories, threads that weave and twist, that you know they'll connect in the future. Card is an amazing story teller. This books shows you his gift for building tension and excitement, loyalty and passion. He uses science and technology for story and character development, not as substitutes, as many sci-fi writers are accused of. While some sci-fi stories paint a future where all men are equal and money doesn't matter, Card understands the human condition, and man's weaknesses and the strengths that are shown when they are really needed. Good luck putting this book down.