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manuphoto's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
An excellent read. The story is original and better spelled out that many similar ones (sci-fi revolving around games).
Gurgeh is an intriguing character and Banks uses his strengths and flaws in a very smart way. The drones and sentient ships are also very well fleshed out.
There is also some dark humour that I enjoyed.
The plot is relatively simple but interesting and the pacing is very good. Overall, an excellent book and a nice introduction to the Culture series for me.
Gurgeh is an intriguing character and Banks uses his strengths and flaws in a very smart way. The drones and sentient ships are also very well fleshed out.
There is also some dark humour that I enjoyed.
The plot is relatively simple but interesting and the pacing is very good. Overall, an excellent book and a nice introduction to the Culture series for me.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual violence and Slavery
cerebulon's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
inspiring
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Sexism, Hate crime, Physical abuse, Death, Classism, Colonisation, Drug use, and Xenophobia
Moderate: Sexual violence, Death, Domestic abuse, Rape, Torture, Violence, Trafficking, Slavery, Racism, War, Transphobia, Sexual assault, Religious bigotry, Addiction, Body horror, and Forced institutionalization
booknug's review against another edition
dark
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Rape and Slavery
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