Michael Barnes
The previous novel On Vicious Worlds had manoeuvred all the pollical players in to various states and locations, some up some down, which left me wondering if Jacobs could satisfactorily wrap these disparate lines in conclusion. As far as I'm concerned, Jacobs nails the ending. Not only is it deeply satisfying, the characterization in this book is so good, and adds so smoothly to the characterization of the previous books, that I saw the whole series in a new light. I thought this was one of the best science fiction series finales I've ever read even given the deus ex gate.
In a conclusion that tracks the action from at least four vantage points and linked in a grand strategy with chaotic surprises. Also the historical storytelling that lead to and described the destruction of the Jeveni moon was one of the most gripping sequences in a book already chock full of action even knowing how it must end.
Also makes me want to reread Ann Leckie's Imperial Radch trilogy.
I look forward to reading more by this new voice Bethany Jacobs.
The previous novel On Vicious Worlds had manoeuvred all the pollical players in to various states and locations, some up some down, which left me wondering if Jacobs could satisfactorily wrap these disparate lines in conclusion. As far as I'm concerned, Jacobs nails the ending. Not only is it deeply satisfying, the characterization in this book is so good, and adds so smoothly to the characterization of the previous books, that I saw the whole series in a new light. I thought this was one of the best science fiction series finales I've ever read even given the deus ex gate.
In a conclusion that tracks the action from at least four vantage points and linked in a grand strategy with chaotic surprises. Also the historical storytelling that lead to and described the destruction of the Jeveni moon was one of the most gripping sequences in a book already chock full of action even knowing how it must end.
Also makes me want to reread Ann Leckie's Imperial Radch trilogy.
I look forward to reading more by this new voice Bethany Jacobs.