Matter by Iain M. Banks

593 pages first pub 2008 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous challenging slow-paced

Description

In a distant-future, highly advanced society of seemingly unlimited technological capability, a crime is committed within a war. For one brother it means a desperate flight, and a search for the one--maybe two--people who could clear his name. For...

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Moods

adventurous 95%
challenging 34%
mysterious 34%
reflective 17%
tense 17%
dark 13%
emotional 13%
funny 13%
hopeful 13%
inspiring 13%
informative 4%
lighthearted 4%
relaxing 4%

Pace

medium 66%
slow 25%
fast 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 61% | Plot: 33% | Character: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 71% | No: 19% | It's complicated: 9%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 68% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 57% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 19%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 52% | No: 38% | It's complicated: 9%

Average rating

3.93

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