
Read: "Pushing Ice" by Reynolds
A laid-back sci fi book discussion of Alastair Reynolds’ “Pushing Ice” in a neighborhood pub setting with beer and conversation. Drop in even if you didn’t finish the book, and get a preview of next month’s pick.
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