krl_story 's review for:

Consider Phlebas by Iain M. Banks

2.75

adventurous slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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I read it... but it is a slog.   Some great premises, story, and characters that are almost completely lost in a sea of random descriptive dives that add little or nothing to the narrative.   It reminds me of reading James Michener.  Arguably good books that get lost in their own tangential minutia.   Save the time and skip this one.