Thank Hn: Rainbows End

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cl42

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A few comments discussed the sci-fi book "Rainbows End" recently so I decided to pick it up. What a fantastic book -- cute, well-written, and had some great ideas around the future of tech given it was written in 2006.

Really appreciate all the thoughtful comments on HN and grateful to have found this book.

The author discovered 'Rainbows End', a sci-fi book from 2006, thanks to HN comments and enjoyed its exploration of future tech, sparking a discussion about other thought-provoking books.

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bigyabai

4 months ago

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I also recommend Gravity's Rainbow, but only if you come upon a desire to feel confused, angry and depressed by technology.

cl42Author

4 months ago

Thank you! That definitely sounds interesting.

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