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ohgodwherearemy 's review for:

God Emperor of Dune by Frank Herbert
2.5
challenging reflective slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

Alas, the execution does not live up to the vision. All the characterization, tension, and conflict is undermined by Leto's supposed infallible prescience looming over the narrative. Herbert declares the Golden Path as absolute truth, delivered via divine revelation, and offers exactly nothing in the way of showing it. Disappointing.