A review by trilbynorton
Heretics of Dune by Frank Herbert

adventurous dark reflective slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.25

It's interesting to see where the universe finds itself 1500 years after God Emperor of Dune, nearing the culmination of Leto II’s “Golden Path”. But, while more certainly happens in Heretics than the previous book, much it is “off page”, as it were, with what we're shown mostly being people sitting in rooms talking in circles about philosophy and government. There are a couple of bonkers moments towards the end, but overall this feels like an extended interlude.