by Frank Herbert, 1969.
This is the second book in the Dune series, an epic series of novels which is phenomenal in scope and detail.
You need to read "Dune" first of course, which paves the way for this second and somewhat slimmer volume.
The novel has a strong cinematic quality to it, with each chapter set in a particular locale and following the thoughts and actions of a few characters.
It builds to an intense and exciting climax.
The internal workings of each character are followed in great detail, and you need to be wide awake to follow the nuances of thought - it's "rich" writing, in the Ballardian sense (or even in the sense of extra mature Gouda cheese!), and extremely satisfying.
So, if you're looking for a good, SLOW read, and you like the genre of sci-fi fantasy, Frank Herbert's your man - just remember to start with "Dune" itself.
9/10.
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