An unexpected, positive surprise. Despite being written in 1959, the writing style is timeless and the book doesn't really drag as other works tend to.

Many punchy moments, dealing with miscommunication, discussing the role and ethics of science, and the always imminent nuclear threat. Very on brand in 2023. Surprisingly reflected view on dogma in religion from a Christian author, especially the discussion dealing with suicide.

Characters feel multi-dimensional, even the supporting ones. I enjoyed how the sections are connected - only by a thin gray thread instead of a fat black line.

Go read it.