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sabotage-and-intrigue
The chapter introduces sabotage against the terraforming project, raising suspicion of factions and individuals like Ann who might oppose the mission.
1 chapter across 1 book
Red Mars (1992)Kim Stanley Robinson
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In this chapter, John Boone visits Saxifrage Russell's research complex where Sax is deeply engaged in genetic engineering as a key to terraforming Mars. They discuss recent sabotage incidents threatening the terraforming project, and Sax asks John to investigate and reason with Ann, a potential suspect with followers. Boone reflects on his role and influence, accepting the challenge of becoming a detective to protect the mission.