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Hunter's Run is a sci-fi quasi space adventure written by George R.R. Martin, Gardner Dozois, and Daniel Abraham. The story follows Ramon Espejo, a down-on-his-luck prospector who finds himself fleeing to an unexplored and desolate area on the planet of Sao Paulo after committing a crime. His discovery of aliens in this area sets off a chain of events that lead to a thrilling and engaging plot with unexpected twists and turns. The writing style is described as tight and well-done, with a nice flow from start to finish, creating a vivid picture of the alien world and its inhabitants.

Characters:

The characters are complex and multi-dimensional, particularly the flawed protagonist, who evolves throughout the narrative.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style evolves from hasty and underwhelming to more engaging, highlighting character interactions as the story unfolds.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot centers around a cynical prospector's journey on an alien planet, featuring rapid shifts in pace and a layered moral dilemma.

Setting:

The setting is an intriguing, resource-rich alien world that mixes familiar elements with exotic ones.

Pacing:

The pacing fluctuates, starting slow before building to a gripping momentum, especially towards the book's conclusion.
Ramón Espejo lifted his chin, daring his opponent to strike. The crowd that filled the alleyway behind the ramshackle bar called the El Rey formed a ring, bodies pressing against each other in the ten...

Notes:

Hunter's Run is a collaboration between George R.R. Martin, Gardner Dozois, and Daniel Abraham.
The book took about 30 years to complete due to the authors working on it sequentially.
It is set on a newly colonized planet called Sao Paulo, rich in minerals and diverse species.
The main character, Ramon Espejo, is a criminal and a murderer with a complex personality.
The story features themes of moral dilemmas and character development.
Ramon's interactions with an alien named Maneck are highlighted for their creative and quotable dialogue.
Reviewers mention a mix of action, drama, humor, and bizarre aliens in the story.
Some readers felt that the writing could be improved compared to Martin's more famous works.
The narrative pacing initially felt rushed, but picks up as the story progresses.
The book received mixed feelings regarding its logic and character decisions, particularly regarding alien encounters.
It has been described as 'PREDATOR meets THE FUGITIVE' by one reviewer.
Different editions of the book have varied cover art, leading some to prefer the original release.
The book is noted for its gritty sci-fi elements and the exploration of alien perspectives.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include strong language and themes of violence and crime.

From The Publisher:

Running from poverty and hopelessness, Ramón Espejo boarded one of the great starships of the mysterious, repulsive Enye. But the new life he found on the far-off planet of São Paulo was no better than the one he abandoned. Then one night his rage and too much alcohol get the better of him. Deadly violence ensues, forcing Ramón to flee into the wilderness.

Mercifully, almost happily alone-far from the loud, bustling hive of humanity that he detests with sociopathic fervor-the luckless prospector is finally free to search for the one rich strike that could make him wealthy. But what he stumbles upon instead is an advanced alien race in hiding: desperate fugitives, like him, on a world not their own. Suddenly in possession of a powerful, dangerous secret and caught up in an extraordinary manhunt on a hostile, unpredictable planet, Ramón must first escape . . . and then, somehow, survive.

And his deadliest enemy is himself.

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