レビュー要約

• 科学的着想の大きさと歴史的背景の重なりが強く支持されています。一方で、人物造形や説明の多さには読者の好みが分かれる傾向があります。

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• Book review

  I watched the Netflix series and loved it. Unfortunately, I won’t be waiting for season 2 so to that end , I inevitably bought the book. It’s absolutely mesmerizing to effect that while reading, I forget about my chores and have to constantly snap out of the “helmet”.

• Absolutely stunning!

  This may be the most exciting and provocative science-fiction work I have read in more than a decade. It doesn’t fit neatly into any previous sub-genre - and that makes it even better because there’s absolutely no way to predict where the author is heading. set primarily in China, with Chinese characters, and a lot of recent Chinese history, it is an eye-opening experience to learn the realities of the Chinese cultural revolution and other aspects of life in China. Very highly recommended.

• great

  great

• Nice book

  My professor recommended me reading this book and I think it is worthy to spend time and money for this product. I am still reading it and I like the development of story. To be honest it is little bit hard to understand some historical Chinese characters because you need to have some knowledge about that.

• 英文良し 内容はまあまあ

  知り合いに勧められたのと、英語の勉強のために購入。英文は悪くなく、読みやすい印象でした。価格も手頃。 ただ、内容を知らない人のために書くと、SFとしては少し反則をしている。Sophon、という凄い技術があるのですが、描写が専門的すぎて、訳がわからない。知り合いは中国の方で、そこは飛ばしてもいいと言っていたので、たぶん原文も同じ感じでしょう。 話自体も、活躍するキャラにあまり魅力がない。地球人も宇宙人もほぼ似た性格で、いくら技術が異次元にまで超越しても、生命体とは所詮こんなもの、という印象を受けます。名前は忘れましたが、著名な科学者のコメントで、存在にも人生にも何も意味はありはしない、ただ途轍もない宇宙の広大さがあるだけ、というのがありましたが、作者も同じ見解なのかもしれません。結果ふてぶてしく、狡猾で、しかし何にもめげない刑事が活躍しますが、その生命力だけが人類の頼みの綱とは、何ともアンチクライマックスに思えます。 もう少し新しく、希望のある観念や、わかりやすい技術の描写があればと思います。人類と宇宙人の戦いや宇宙全体は勝手に続くとして、人の短い人生に何かしらのインスピレーションを与えないなら、いかに深遠で広大でも、SFとしては虚しく思うのですが。

• For fans of speculative fiction, virtual worlds, and philosophical sci-fi

  This newly narrated edition of The Three-Body Problem brings Liu Cixin’s mind-bending sci-fi masterpiece vividly to life, thanks to Rosalind Chao’s grounded, emotionally intelligent performance. Her narration feels particularly resonant given her portrayal of Ye Wenjie in the Netflix adaptation, though even without that context, her voice carries the gravity and depth necessary to guide listeners through the novel’s layered shifts—from political trauma to interstellar contact. The novel opens with Ye Wenjie’s tragic backstory during the Cultural Revolution—an intense, emotionally gripping start—but her storyline recedes for much of the book, giving way to scientist Wang Miao’s investigation into mysterious suicides, a countdown only he can see, and a deeply strange virtual reality game. Ye returns later in the story, and her role in shaping humanity’s fate becomes devastatingly clear. Though I wished her presence remained more consistent throughout, the structure cleverly mirrors how buried traumas and secret ideologies can quietly steer the course of history. One of the audiobook’s most immersive strengths is its subtle but effective sound design. Audio effects are used sparingly and strategically, particularly during the Three-Body game sequences, which become increasingly rich and disorienting as the novel progresses. These sequences, both intellectually puzzling and existentially eerie, reminded me strongly of Sword Art Online—a series I’ve long loved. Both stories feature protagonists dropped into high-stakes simulated environments, where solving the “game” means understanding forces that operate far beyond human norms. In SAO, players navigate a virtual world with real consequences for their bodies and lives. In The Three-Body Problem, the simulation becomes a kind of alien language and philosophy lesson, revealing the bleak truths of a civilization desperate for survival. The similarities go deeper than the surface premise: both works examine how humans respond to systems they don’t control, how knowledge can become weaponized, and how immersive technology can reshape identity, morality, and society. Like Kirito in SAO, Wang Miao moves from confusion to understanding to defiance—but unlike SAO’s fantasy-action tone, Three-Body leans into slow-burn dread and philosophical depth. By the novel’s end, the alien race is fully revealed—creative, unnerving, and shaped by the brutal physics of their unstable world. The science grows complex, but the narrative threads are strong enough to carry listeners through the big ideas. And while the story ends on an open note, it’s far from unsatisfying. Humanity knows it’s not alone—and it’s preparing to fight back. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this audiobook. Chao’s narration, the production quality, and the cerebral, slow-building plot worked together to create an absorbing experience. Fans of speculative fiction, virtual worlds, and philosophical sci-fi—especially those who appreciate Sword Art Online’s blend of game logic and real-world stakes—will find a lot to enjoy here. I’m definitely considering continuing the series.

• nice book

  very astonishing story, impressed by the wild imagination, translation also reading smoothly.

• 3 thumbs up!

  What was at once a fascinating insight in to a country’s history I did not know became an equally engrossing story of such scientific depth it awoke my childhood curiosity. Lovely prose, even with info dumps of science that are both necessary and interesting. A classic story that I wish hadn’t ended so soon - but onto book 2!

• A stunning read

  I loved this book, so much so that I think it's probably some of the finest science fiction I've read in some time. As I've said before, my love of the genre comes primarily from its exploration of big ideas and there are some fascinating concepts explored in this book. The most obvious of which is first contact, and although this is far from an original topic, it does have some novel nuances here. Beyond that we have the puzzle of why two protons are fired into the Solar System, and the discovery of why and how is truly fascinating. There is clearly a wealth of research and knowledge in this story. And some of it I found quite challenging, and I love that it in a book. Some of the science is so esoteric that I had to pause my reading to contemplate an idea. There is considerable depth here, that some might find off-putting, but don't let it be. This is a wonderful exploration of complex concepts and philosophy, and is all the more rewarding because of it. Of course a story isn't carried by grand ideas alone. There is a balanced cast of characters that allows for the tale to be told in a more comprehensible manner. There's also a curious transformation of the characters at play here as well. You start off with sympathies for some, and loathing for others, and their roles switch as you learn more of the truth. That in itself makes this an interesting read. The Chinese history and perspective of the story also casts a layer of fascination, and some novelty - for me at least. The circumstances of the characters lives added an attraction to the story, and here as well there were discoveries to be made. The historical and cultural differences allowed the slow (but steady) build up to have an interest that might have otherwise be lacking. Finally we come to the writing itself. It's always difficult with a translated work to determine whether the fault, or the praise is due to the original author, or the translator. For the reader I suppose it makes little difference, it is the end product that counts. The writing is quite dry which doesn't carry the emotion well, although there were a few exceptions. However this does carry the discovery in the story in a robust fashion. As I said at the beginning I loved this book. It's not perfect (but what is?), but it is an incredible read, and a must read for those who enjoy science fiction with some depth.

• Amazing

  The quality of print (hard cover) is on top. The book itself is special, very deep and intresting

• The Three-Body Problem 🪐🌌

  This book is a mind-bending journey through science fiction! I was hooked from the first page, and I couldn't put it down until I finished it. The story is complex and thought-provoking, exploring themes of alien contact, human nature, and the nature of reality itself. The writing is beautiful and the characters are well-developed. I especially loved the way the author seamlessly blended science and fiction, creating a truly believable and immersive world. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding science fiction read, I highly recommend The Three-Body Problem.

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• scintillating ideas and vision

  Nice read and the pace is even. May be slightly on heavier side of science but opens readers to vast possibilities that lies ahead for humanity.

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