A review by elizas
The Mercy of Gods by James S.A. Corey

challenging dark tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

This is definitely more reflective and less space opera than The Expanse. This is the first Corey novel I’ve read when the sequels were not yet available. I expect the series will turn out to be a 5 for me, but the ending was certainly not a resolution. And now I suppose I’ll have to wait a year.
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