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I have an image of Robert Charles Wilson as a kindly, well turned out gentleman of independent means sitting at his escritoire carefully penning a few well chosen words while the log fire burns cheerily and his over indulged cat lies curled on it's favourite armchair. This gentle novel has done nothing to dispel this pleasant vista. As with all Wilson's work that I've read, his character based style is heavily rooted in the earlier classics of the genre making for a pleasant and deeply satisfying read. The engagingly simple plot revolves around a house on a time travel network, its original occupant ten years ago, its lonely & disillusioned current occupant and his excursions to 1962 New York, a soldier from the future, lots of little machine bugs and, of course, the inevitable post-human creators of the time network. Some of his work's endings are a little confusing and seem rushed but in this case the ending is perfect; thought-provokingly ambiguous - simple but clever.
Being a great fan of the Hard SF and Space Opera sub-genres, it makes a lovely change to just get comfy and take a break from hectic action, multi-threaded plot lines, unpronounceable names and strange physics. As with `Blind Lake', my only negative comment regards the publishing; this novel is an American imprint and the poor quality paper is very thin - part of the pleasure of reading is the feel of the book in your hands and this book feels limp and flimsy. However, despite the `feel', I still thoroughly enjoyed `A Bridge of Years'; it is a mystery to me why RCW is not more widely read.
Being a great fan of the Hard SF and Space Opera sub-genres, it makes a lovely change to just get comfy and take a break from hectic action, multi-threaded plot lines, unpronounceable names and strange physics. As with `Blind Lake', my only negative comment regards the publishing; this novel is an American imprint and the poor quality paper is very thin - part of the pleasure of reading is the feel of the book in your hands and this book feels limp and flimsy. However, despite the `feel', I still thoroughly enjoyed `A Bridge of Years'; it is a mystery to me why RCW is not more widely read.
By P. Bird
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I give this book three stars simply because it is not really my genre, a bit of fantasy and futuristism as well. However, I have to say it is almost a year since I read it and many of the scenes remain clearly in my mind which cannot be said for most books I read. The metal 'ants' that swarm through the rented house are extremely convincing and eerie, the 'blown-away-and-eaten' figure in the shed is satisfactorily disgusting, and the tunnel under the house with its solid wall at the end that somehow leads to the 1960s made me hold my breath. But it is the description of 1960s New York that I found the least convincing part of the book perhaps because I was there too and it did not fit my experiences.
I recommend this book if you're seeking escapism. It's a well told and compact story.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
A More Literate Brand of SF
31 Oct 2009
By Russell Clothier
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Science Fiction has always been about ideas, about action and adventure - about The Story. The language used to tell the story, well, that's not as important. As long as it is not obtrusively bad, SF fans can live with workmanlike prose, if the ideas and events are interesting.
And then there is Robert Charles Wilson. Yes, he has ideas and plot twists like all SF authors. But man does he know how to WRITE! I am in awe of the subtlety and power with which he uses the English language. In a few sentences, he can evoke a sense of atmosphere or place that is deeper and clearer than any SF author I've read. His characters are complete, nuanced, flawed but endearing. His writing is lyrical, rich, even poetic. His novels are not just SF, they are literature, which is rare in the genre.
I know this review doesn't say much about the plot, which is well conceived and executed. You'll enjoy it, trust me. But the glory of a Robert Charles Wilson novel is not so much in the story as in the story-telling. I read a lot of SF, and I believe Wilson to be the finest Writer in the field. He is amazing. Prepare to be impressed.
And then there is Robert Charles Wilson. Yes, he has ideas and plot twists like all SF authors. But man does he know how to WRITE! I am in awe of the subtlety and power with which he uses the English language. In a few sentences, he can evoke a sense of atmosphere or place that is deeper and clearer than any SF author I've read. His characters are complete, nuanced, flawed but endearing. His writing is lyrical, rich, even poetic. His novels are not just SF, they are literature, which is rare in the genre.
I know this review doesn't say much about the plot, which is well conceived and executed. You'll enjoy it, trust me. But the glory of a Robert Charles Wilson novel is not so much in the story as in the story-telling. I read a lot of SF, and I believe Wilson to be the finest Writer in the field. He is amazing. Prepare to be impressed.
7 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
A unique scifi story that succeeds as a romance as well!
27 July 2002
By AMC
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Format:Paperback
Wilson is one of the today's best science fiction writers and "A Bridge of Years" is his most moving book. This story of a house that serves as a crossroad in time weaves together the unique romance of an unlikely couple, a reluctant soldier from the future and a mysterious caretaker from an enlightened era. Suspense and insight are expertly balanced in the three storylines. "A Bridge of Years" succeeds in pairing great characters with fascinating ideas and a love story that fits perfectly into the scenario. It's a great book for unlikely fans of science fiction as it offers more than just the usual revelations and situations.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Smooth read and a true pleasure
19 July 2005
By M. L. Leavitt
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Format:Paperback
I enjoyed this book tremendously. The pace flowed quickly and smoothly throughout the entire book, and the conclusion, though a bit choppy, truly seemed appropriate for the situation. Thankfully, everything doesn't necessarily end on a perfect note, so I do appreciate that Wilson took the time to think about what "should" happen, rather than what everyone else would "like" to happen. There is a love story which flows in the middle of the book, but I don't think this was truly fully developed (the reason for the 4 stars). I did enjoy the technology and the frightening (and almost too-real) look at what the future holds, or may hold for us in the real world. The characters were well thought-out and though a bit hyperbolic, came across nicely. An excellent take on the future/past relationship without killing the concept. Overall, an excellent and quick read.
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