Consider Phlebas
This was my first Culture series book, and is so far is still my favorite. It's a far-reaching novel with a protagonist you really want to root for, even if you don't fully understand his…
The Player of Games
Two books into the series, and I am absolutely loving this universe. As a mystery-thriller-drama, The Player of Games is a completely different book from the action-adventure of Consider…
The Algebraist
The Algebraist had been heartily recommended to me by a friend, and heartily recommended against by another. Naturally, I had to pick it up. My take: it's not at the top of my reco list, but it's not…
Use of Weapons
There's something about "Use of Weapons" that I absolutely love, but can't quite put my finger on. Maybe it's the planet-hopping 007-super-agent? Or the ruthlessness the Culture's special agents…