Denman G.'s Reviews > Children of the Atom

This book is very dated: implausible science, simplistic plot, simplistically developed characters, pets kept in cages, etc. However, it has its charms. This book will not stress you out. There are bits of world building that seem prescient and other bits that give an insight into social conditions in the early 1950s. It is something of a love letter to introverted, intellectual children who struggle in various ways to fit in with the people around them. It's a quick, easy read. If you're looking for classic sf with a gentle mien, give this a try. If you're looking for complexity, high stakes, and realistic character development, pick up something more recent.