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Orbital Resonance

by John Barnes (1991)

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Orbital Resonance by John Barnes is an acclaimed literary masterpiece celebrating major critical honors and timeless storytelling.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraLate 20th Century
Protagonist / CoreNotable Characters

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