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Reread. This book is actually better than I remembered. Since I've been having a marathon of the series from first to present (publication order), I'm realizing how much I missed the first time around (I initially read these as they first came out). The concepts in the two halves are an interesting mirror/contrast to one another.

While many of the Skolian Empire books seem to be stand alone, you miss so much depth if you haven't read the other books. I don't recommend reading this without having read The Radiant Seas at the least.

Enjoyed the book, but the narrator wasn't a good choice and didn't do that good of a job. Add in all of the miss pronunciations, and I'd recommend sticking with print or ebook editions if possible.

This is a tough rating. This is more of an action thriller than science fiction. While it likely does a good job at what it is, thrillers are not exactly my cup of tea.

For those who like this kind of thing, consider the book a solid 4 stars.

I may revise this rating after I've had more time to think about it.