A review by readerbot_lu
Counting Heads by David Marusek

dark hopeful medium-paced

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

Did I like it? Yes
Do I recommend it? Yes

Favorite Quote

"Her eyes peered out at you like eels in coral." (11)

Positives

The world-building is this novel’s biggest strength. I was mostly intrigued with how AI and clones were treated differently (because that is my current special interest).
 

Negatives

The world-building is intriguing in some parts but archaic in its views of gender. I feel like Eleanor was the most interesting character

but she died pretty early on

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