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A review by actuallythor
Network Effect by Martha Wells
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
It's too good! Had several moments of bursting out with laughter (only to half-assedly suppress it due to family in the near vicinity), as well as moments of genuine emotion felt through the stories of individuals even if they may not be human or even mostly organic. Or organic at all.
Don't read this book though as your first one: it's accessible, but you'll be missing out on a treasure trove of dedicated stories and additional background. Plus, you'll appreciate Murderbot's development that much more.
(Turns out I posted the review on the wrong book. Oh well, they're both really good, and to be honest, my review is shitty enough that it actually applies to both of the books.)
Don't read this book though as your first one: it's accessible, but you'll be missing out on a treasure trove of dedicated stories and additional background. Plus, you'll appreciate Murderbot's development that much more.
(Turns out I posted the review on the wrong book. Oh well, they're both really good, and to be honest, my review is shitty enough that it actually applies to both of the books.)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence