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Sandkings - George RR Martin (1981) Summary - 4.22 ⭐️
Book 511: Sandkings - George RR Martin (1981)
Rating: 4.22 ⭐️
Book at a glance: Sandkings , written by George R.R. Martin and published in 1981, is a gripping science fiction novella blending horror and morality. It follows Simon Kress, a wealthy and sadistic man who acquires alien creatures, the Sandkings, for entertainment. These creatures, with their hive minds and reverence for a perceived deity, spiral out of Kress’s control, leading to catastrophic consequences. The story delves into themes of hubris, cruelty, and the repercussions of unchecked power.
Genre: Anthologies, Fantasy…
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