[ljlolel]

I’d say the first half set up is the always the slog with his books and the best part payoff is the end.

[actionfromafar]

Seveneves are very much two books. I liked the first one best.

[jorvi]

Doesn't that make them quite mediocre books when viewed holistically?

Imagine if movies were like that: a huge slog for 1h15, and then a twist at 1h50 at which point it actually gets interesting/entertaining.

Don't get me wrong, I love a good slow burn read/watch, but "slog" is not that.

[ljlolel]

Anathem payoff is worth it