Rama Revealed

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In the long-awaited conclusion to a renowned science fiction series, Arthur C. Clarke and Gentry Lee unveil the ultimate Raman plan for humanity. Following the acclaimed Rendezvous with Rama, Rama II, and The Garden of Rama, this final installment reveals a massive alien starship on its mysterious journey through interstellar space. The grand experiment initiated by the Ramans has failed, transforming Rama III into a battleground rather than a utopia. A tyrant emerges from the human contingent, seeking to conquer other sectors of the vast Raman ark. Cosmonaut Nicole des Jardins, a voice of reason now imprisoned and facing execution, escapes with the help of two tiny robots. In the deserted city of New York Island, amidst Rama III's cylindrical sea, she reunites with her presumed-dead husband, Richard Wakefield. Joined by their children and fellow rebels, they venture into the labyrinthine underground via a ghostly subway, aiming to uncover the ship's secrets. Instead, they encounter the emerald-domed lair of the technologically advanced octospiders, who may be allies or enemies. The Earth group is divided over the fate of two members abducted by these enigmatic aliens. As their drama unfolds, Rama III continues its relentless journey toward the Node, a place seen by some as an engineering marvel and by others as a site of wonder.