This science-fiction book by the great Theodore Sturgeon is one of my favorite books. The main reason why is because of the middle part "Baby is Three" where a sociopath talks to a psychologist. It's very engaging and each time I've read this section it's been a real page-turner. Ultimately the book is about how six individuals build up a whole and finally the sociopath Gerry gains a conscience, the last part. I like how he isn't left behind and there is still redemption even after all of his acts. Each of the six individuals contains a gift, one is telekinesis for example and the twins deal with teleportation. I have this rule to myself that I can only reread a book once three years have passed. I broke that rule. It's been one since I've read this book. This should be recommended reading to anyone who doesn't see the artistic value that science fiction has. This is proof that it can be literature.
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