A review by shetef
The Player of Games by Iain M. Banks

challenging dark mysterious reflective slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I almost want to go back and retroactively knock Consider Phlebas down to 4.5 or 4.75 after reading this. An excellent step up from the previous book in the series. This book is marvelously complex and really sucked me in.