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Drawing on his own war experiences, Vietnam veteran Joe Haldeman creates stunning works of science fiction. Forever Peace is not a sequel to his previous award-winning work, The Forever War, but it deals with similarly provocative issues. When it was published, Forever Peace was chosen Best Book of the Year by Publishers Weekly. It also won the coveted Hugo Award. War in the 21st century is fought by "soldierboys." Remote-controlled mechanical monsters, they are run by human soldiers who hard-wire their brains together to form each unit. Julian is one of these dedicated soldiers, until he inadvertently kills a young boy. Now he struggles to understand how this has changed his mind. Forever Peace is a riveting portrayal of the effects of collective consciousness, and it offers some tantalizing revelations. Narrator George Wilson's skillful performance weaves together the elements of futuristic technology with the drama of a trained soldier reconciling basic human needs.
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"Not as good as "The Forever War" thematically, but much better in terms of characterization. Bit of a disconnect between the first half and the second half (the (kind of) red herring was somewhat distracting)."
— Lin (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Presents a thoughtful and hopeful solution to ending war in the twenty-first century. Essential for sf collections.”
— Library Journal
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Winner of the 1998 Hugo Award for Best Novel
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Winner of the 1998 Nebula Award for Best Novel
Forever Peace Listener Reviews
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" Good read. First half a bit slow, too much battle detail for my tastes, but the second half took off. Lots of fun! "
— Geoffrey, 2/16/2014 -
" While I wouldn't call this a sequel to the Forever War, it was a great book in it's own right. I liked the dynamics in explanations about how people would react along with the experiment done early on. "
— Jeanne, 2/14/2014 -
" Although not as engrossing for me as the Forever War, still a good read that puts its issues, about the nature of man and warfare, up front for the reader to decide. "
— Timbo, 2/13/2014 -
" Good S.F. "
— Sallie, 1/20/2014 -
" Un libro muy interesante. Clasico de la ciencia ficcion pacifista, como su antecesor, la guerra interminable. Un libro que merece la pena leer "
— Tomas, 1/16/2014 -
" Intresting contrast to Forever War. Nifty concept. If you like Haldeman, you'll like this one. "
— Phil, 12/18/2013 -
" not sure about that one... an ok read like a movie you watch one evening with the missus and then forget about... "
— M, 12/8/2013 -
" Very interesting take on how their would be no war if we just understood each other. Not so sure how much i would like to partake but a very well realized world. "
— Cfarley, 12/8/2013 -
" Read, not remembered "
— Frank, 7/27/2012 -
" The first half was pretty dull. It reminded me a lot of Avatar (James Cameron), which I wasn't a huge fan of. Not sure why I pushed through, but glad I did, it got a lot more interesting. "
— Will, 4/19/2011 -
" In theory this is more topical and direct than Forever War, but that had better voice, was more readable, and this, though good, is simply weaker. "
— Alexander, 3/23/2011 -
" quite interesting though takes a little longer than 'Forever War' to get started. "
— Luisa, 1/4/2011 -
" just not as absorbing as the other two - feels tacked on "
— Sandyboy, 12/10/2010 -
" Good book in general. Very difficult to follow though. <br/>Loved the first part, and the picture of war the author shows. "
— Garm, 12/1/2010 -
" This book had excellent characters, dialogue, pacing. The plot itself seems to get crammed into the second half of the book. But that is the only complaint. I really liked the main character. "
— Beth, 10/24/2010 -
" Another thoughtful book by Haldeman. If you could genetically change the human race to be peaceful - to not be able to fight or hurt each other - would you? Would it take away what makes us human? What cost would you pay to do it? "
— Rachel, 7/8/2010 -
" another awesome book from joe haldeman. not a sequel to forever war! "
— Liz, 6/30/2010
About Joe Haldeman
Joe Haldeman is an American author of award-winning science fiction and nonfiction works and a part-time professor at MIT. He earned a BS in physics and astronomy, as well as an MFA in writing. Drafted into the military, he served in Vietnam as a combat engineer in 1968 and 1969, was severely wounded, and earned a Purple Heart. His experience in war and in returning to civilian life are themes he uses in much of his writing. He is the author of numerous novels and several series, including the Forever War series. His science fiction has earned many awards, including five Hugo Awards, five Nebula Awards, a John W. Campbell Memorial Award for Best Science Fiction Novel, a Locus Award, three Rhysling Awards, a World Fantasy Award, and a James Tiptree Jr. Award. Haldeman was named a Grand Master by the Science Fiction Writers of America in 2009, received the Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master Award for lifetime achievement in 2010, and was inducted into the Science Fiction Hall of Fame in 2012.
About George K. Wilson
George K. Wilson is a working actor in stage, film, television, and commercials with almost one hundred audiobook narrations to his credit. He began in broadcast journalism with American Forces Radio and Television and is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. He had a lead role in the cult film classic Attack of the Killer Tomatoes and appeared on television’s One Life to Live, Ryan’s Hope, and The Doctors and has been heard on voice-overs for The Guiding Light and The Cosby Show, as well as many television and radio commercials.