A review by hammard
Earthworks by Brian W. Aldiss

2.0

This book has a terrible reputation. At the time it was absolutely pilloried. I think this comes partially because it is after three of his best works (Hothouse, Dark Light Years and Greybeard) whilst this a bit more of a step backwards (unsurprisingly given it is based on an older novella). It is a not bad setup but the whole thing feels rushed and unexplored. Definitely one that could have benefited from more time being spent upon it.
However, if you go in without too many expectations it is a fine shorter novel.