Quote Originally Posted by snapdragen
The Sparrow - Mary Doria Russell. Takes place in the between 2016 and 2060, a story of first contact with extraterrestrials. A very compelling, and I thought tragic story..
Hey Snap - Did you read the sequel Children of God? If so, did you like it? I also thought the Sparrow was very provocative - and tragic - perfect word for it. Although, on a lighter note, I can't help thinking of it as "Jesuits in Spaaaaaaaaace...."

Why am I not surprised that there are so many excellent book recommendations from this crowd? I've already made a list of about 15 books to find and read this year. Thanks everyone.