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Marguerite Krause
Moons' Dreaming
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Part of "Children of the Rock" series
"Moons' Dreaming" by Marguerite Krause is a captivating and imaginative exploration of the natural world and our place within it. The book is a collection of interconnected short stories, each one centered around a different moon of our solar system and the dreams of the people who live in its orbit. Krause's writing is lush and descriptive, transporting readers to distant moons and alien landscapes. The characters in each story are well-developed and relatable, despite the fantastical settings. Through their dreams, Krause explores themes of connection, loneliness, and the search for meaning in a vast and mysterious universe. The book is divided into three sections, each one focusing on a different aspect of the moon's influence on our lives. The first section, "The Tides of Longing," explores the emotional pull of the moon and the way it can stir up deep-seated desires and fears. The second section, "The Cycles of Time," delves into the way the moon's cycles can shape our understanding of time and mortality. The final section, "The Dance of the Spheres," looks at the moon's place in the larger cosmic dance of planets and stars. One of the standout stories in the collection is "The Dream of Europa," which follows a group of scientists living on a research station on Jupiter's moon. As they study the moon's subsurface ocean, they begin to experience vivid dreams of a lost civilization that once lived beneath the ice. The story is a fascinating exploration of the power of imagination and the desire to connect with something greater than ourselves. Overall, "Moons' Dreaming" is a beautifully written and thought-provoking book that will appeal to fans of science fiction, fantasy, and literary fiction. Krause's vivid imagination and poetic language make for an unforgettable reading experience...
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