A review by ashlightgrayson
Succession by Mike Johnson, Kirsten Beyer

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

4.0

This serves as a follow up to what happens after Discovery leaves the Terran Empire to return to their universe. We learn that Terran mirror universe Michael Burnham is still alive and we get some glimpses into her upbringing which adds depth to her character. Through her actions we are quickly reminded that her morals are questionable at best (just as is the case with Phillipa). The story focuses on Michael making new alliances and negotiations with former enemies in order to take over Emperor Phillipa's former throne. Her cousin, who has taken over the throne since Discovery's departure. His strict genocidal policies make Michael seem like a better candidate for a ruler as the story progresses despite her ruthlessness. We are shown the fate of some season 1 mirror universe characters and are introduced to new ones as well. The ending is open ended but satisfying. If you wanted to get some expansion on the mirror universe and were left hungering for more after season 1, I would definitely recommend picking this up. It helps answer at least some questions that were left unanswered by the show.
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