A Memory Called Empire

My opinion is probably an unpopular one...this book was just fine. It's solid read that I enjoyed and I have no regrets picking it up, but I really did think based on the hype and you know, the Hugo, I was going to love this. It's mostly plot-driven (which didn't truly wow me by the end by-the-by), it's missing quite a bit of character depth IMO, it had some interesting dialogue (it's kind of one of the components that struck me the most) but again mostly just fine, the writing is fine, the deep themes I look for were there but I thought they were very surface level, the sci-fi elements were compelling at first but again, ended up being just fine...all that to say my socks are still on. It's a book that is clearly touching many people (I mean I'm seeing many reviews where folks think all the elements I think are weak are actually strong) so if it seems interesting definitely check it out. I'm going to read the sequel because what grabbed me the most plot-wise will continue on...well I hope at least.