The Master Takes Risks. In this latest book from the Modern Day Master of Science Fiction, Robinson takes some risks he is usually far more conservative with - and they totally work within the context of this particular tale. Robinson generally doesn't get very close to fantasy level tales, generally avoids out right F-bombs (even when he literally *names a character F-Bomb!*), and generally avoids the copious nudity it seems so many authors rely on at times. He also generally lays off religious or political commentary. And yet this particular book contains all of the above. The fantasy elements work well, reminiscent of Loki's armor showing up in The Avengers while he is speaking or walking around somewhere. (And another point is reminiscent of another MCU scene from a more recent movie, but openly discussing that one gets closer to spoiler territory than this reviewer would like to get.) Continuing to seemingly build to an Avengers Level Event 2, Robinson here gives himself what will quite likely become his "Hulk" level character if that ever comes about. Excellent book, and very much recommended.
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