This is a 4.5 stars for me.In a sense, not much happens (which can also be said about [b:Among Others 8706185 Among Others Jo Walton https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1317792367s/8706185.jpg 6449955]) though two lives shouldn't really be described as “not much”. This is a relatively gentle story and beautifully written - I can't wait to read [b:The Just City 22055276 The Just City Jo Walton https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1416448145s/22055276.jpg 39841651]
one of the more readable sci-fi classics I've tried, but I found it difficult to read it slowly enough to fully understand it. Found the psychology somewhat implausible but that only threw me out of the plot a few times. The twist did not surprise me; I've probably read too many books with that particular kind of twist, though that is hardly the fault of a book which is 60 years old.
Overall, an enjoyable enough read
not as clear a plot as Ancillary Justice, a definite feel of ‘middle book' syndrome, setting up the next book. Very enjoyable nonetheless
I was cursed with this book, and in the end it just became about finishing it rather than enjoying it. Will have to read it again someday because I usually like Neil Gaiman's books
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