Inversions banks7/7/2023 The book tells two tales, alternating each chapter, but unlike the insanity that is Use of Weapons, the stories are straightforward and easy to follow. The whole Culture influence is there to see, but it’s with a couple of exceptions, it’s quite subtle. I have no idea what a reader not aware of the other Culture novels might think, but they’d probably enjoy it nevertheless and just remained baffled by a couple of the mysteries in the book. But it’s a great tale, with relatable characters, describing the clash of cultures and ideas, court intrigues, conspiracies and the hardship of the poor. Yes, the setting is indeed a medieval-like land with basically no science fiction or fantasy elements. I think it’s my favourite Culture novel so far. I’ve had it on my shelf a long time before I actually read it, because it just didn’t sound that appealing. Okay, so this is a Culture novel without the Culture. This review was originally posted at Goodreads and imported here later with next to no spell/grammar checking. Banks - Aimlessly Going Forward Aimlessly Going Forward
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