Title: A very uninspired book for Pohl.
Review: The few books I've read by Pohl have always been better then this. The plot moves along at a plodding pace, particularly in the middle. During this time, everything takes place in a small cell in which Pohl documents each and every time one of the character has to relieve themself. This is occasionally broken up by visits from their alien captor, but these visits do nothing to break up the monotony. The ending, once I forced myself to read that far, seemed rushed and there was no closure. It felt like Pohl just decided to cut the book off at that point. A few more chapters could have easily been added. Also, I didn't find my self liking any characters at all. Pohl does manage to paint an interesting picture of the future and bring up a few thought provoking topics, they're just buried under piles, and piles of garbage.
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