Regenesis, by C.J. Cherryh

Regenesis by C.J. Cherryh

Mind-boggling.

I was going to reread Cyteen first, and then go straight into Regenesis. But something at the last moment urged me to just read Regenesis first. I think that was the better choice. And I think it was wise to wait this long dreadful wait before reading it, so that some of my excitement could temper a bit.

Cyteen is a seminal work, and written decades ago- Regenesis (its sequel) is not supposed to be exactly like Cyteen, or a mere continuation. I will say so, at least. I like it for what it is, and I'm glad I gave myself a chance to understand it on its own.

After that foray into the birthlabs etc, I'm starting Adrienne Rich's Of Woman Born (an irresistible juxtaposition). I hope to reread Cyteen (and Regenesis) sometime this year to see how they do flow together, now that I'm not as likely to directly compare them.

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