How did the author decide to portray the alien cultures as both mysterious and relatable?
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A Deepness in the Sky

A Deepness in the Sky
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How did the author decide to portray the alien cultures as both mysterious and relatable?
Did anyone else feel the pacing slowed down during the political negotiations, or was that intentional?
What do you think led to the decision to structure the story around two interconnected timelines?