English language
Published Nov. 30, 2012
4 stars
(6 reviews)
The Hydrogen Sonata is a science fiction novel by Scottish author Iain M. Banks, set in his techno-utopian Culture universe. The hardcover edition was released on 4 October 2012 in the United Kingdom, and on 9 October in the United States. The book's release marked 25 years since the publication of Banks' first Culture novel. A paperback edition of the book was released on 5 September 2013 in the United Kingdom, and on 10 September in the United States. The Hydrogen Sonata was Banks' last science fiction novel, as he died of gall bladder cancer in June 2013.The Hydrogen Sonata of the title is a fictional work of music which is woven into the plot.
Keith Stevenson reviewed The Hydrogen Sonata by Iain M. Banks
Review of 'The Hydrogen Sonata' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
'Much Ado About Nothing' could be the subtitle of Banks's tenth Culture novel, but in a good way. The 'nothing' has the potential to change the course of a whole civilisation and all the 'ado' is fast-paced, action-packed and highly entertaining. much lighter in feel than Matter and Surface Detail this is an enjoyable romp, especially if you like the dryly super-intelligent Ship Minds.
