Matter by Iain M. Banks

593 pages first pub 2008 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous challenging slow-paced
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In a world renowned within a galaxy full of wonders, a crime within a war. For one brother it means a desperate flight, and a search for the one - maybe two - people who could clear his name. For his brother it means a life lived under constant th...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,568 reviews

Moods

adventurous 88%
mysterious 37%
tense 34%
challenging 28%
funny 22%
dark 17%
reflective 17%
emotional 14%
hopeful 11%
informative 5%
inspiring 5%
lighthearted 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 61%
slow 30%
fast 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 62% | Plot: 28% | Character: 9%

Strong character development?

Yes: 69% | No: 18% | It's complicated: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 12% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 63% | No: 21% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 53% | No: 37% | It's complicated: 9%

Average rating

3.94

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