Hard science fiction just doesn't appeal to me. Maybe it's because it requires a lot of concentration to understand all the scientific theories in it. I like fiction that I can relax and enjoy without having to think too hard about science.
Hard science fiction often focuses too much on complex scientific concepts and technical details. It can be difficult to understand and lacks the emotional and character - driven aspects that I enjoy in other genres.
The jargon. There's so much technical jargon in hard science fiction that it feels like reading a science textbook at times. I want to be entertained, not educated about advanced physics or biology when I read fiction.
Soft science fiction could be a great alternative. It still has some scientific elements but focuses more on the social and human aspects related to those scientific concepts.
Hard science fiction often has a lot of complex scientific concepts. If you're not into science or find it difficult to understand, it can be a turn - off.
Well, if you don't like hard science fiction, you might enjoy science - fiction - lite. These are stories that have a bit of science - fictional elements but not too much of the heavy - duty science. Also, dystopian fiction can be great. It often has a science - related backdrop but is more about society and human nature. And don't forget about adventure - based science fiction that focuses on the journey rather than the science details.
A lot of people don't like science fiction because they think it's too focused on future or alternate realities and not enough on the present. Also, the genre can sometimes seem too technical or nerdy for their taste.
It's unlikely. Dune is deeply rooted in science fiction concepts and world-building. Without a fondness for the genre, you might find it hard to get into the story and its elements.