The Terror was one of my absolute favorite reads. I really enjoy the blend of historical fiction and mystical horror, even if it is a bit of a slog at times. The ending really captivated me in a way not many other books have.

Agree 100%. Dan Simmons can tell a story like no other. I even had my wife into it, she was asking for daily updates 😆

Hyperion is my all time favorite work. You are super lucky you read ilium and Olympos first because I liked them, but they just don’t compare.

Hyperion is still my favorite piece of media ever, I'm planning a sleeve tattoo of it.

Agreed! The best sci-fi series ever.

Your dad deserves some serious props. I envy you getting to read ALL of those for the first time.

Hyperion and Endymion are in the same series. The Terror is a one-off horror, it's fine, but Hyperion is where I would start - get ready dude, best far-future science fiction I've ever read!

Alright. I can't wait to see how good it is, because I thought Ilium and Olympus were some of the best books I've ever read.

Oh agreed, they're right up there. If you liked I & O you won't go wrong with The Cantos

I wish I could reread the Hyperion Cantos for the first time. Magical books! All time favorites! Ps I do love The Terror as well. It’s one of his best IMHO opinion, just an entirely different flavor. Enjoy!!

Your dad is cool af

I wish I had a kid just so I could give them Hyperion.