{"id":16584,"date":"2026-01-29T18:23:03","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T17:23:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wenvoe.org.uk\/?p=16584"},"modified":"2026-01-29T18:23:25","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T17:23:25","slug":"16584","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/wenvoe.org.uk\/?p=16584","title":{"rendered":"“Orbital ” by Samantha Harvey"},"content":{"rendered":"

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“Orbital ” by Samantha Harvey<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

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\"\"<\/a>This book made a strong impression on our group.<\/p>\n

The novel takes us into the lives of astronauts orbiting the Earth, following the course of a single day in which they circle the planet nine times. From this unique vantage point, Harvey invites the reader to reflect on humanity, fragility, and perspective, as the vastness of space contrasts with the intimacy of the astronauts\u2019 inner lives.<\/p>\n

We felt both the tension and the quiet wonder of their experience – the fear, the discipline, and the profound sense of achievement. The writing is thoughtful and atmospheric, encouraging reflection long after the final page.<\/p>\n

It was very much worth reading, and our group rated it 9 out of 10.<\/p>\n

Ann Gill<\/p>\n

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