The second volume is a bit less on the 18th century France presumptiousness spree (but adds in some more Greek history to make up for it). Very wow, including how Jehovah/JEDD and Bridger meet, Bridger’s choice, the Major’s identity and so many little things we learn about Mycroft (โฅ), the hives, and individuals. Also, Utopians forever.
I'm currently behind on reviews, so don't be surprised if the recent reviews are a bit sparse.
Quotes
[He spoke German], that modular, semielastic tongue that gives all nouns the capitalized dignity which its bastard cousin English reserves only for names, Gods, concepts, and the selfish I.
in a flat, tired tone, neither approving nor criticizing, just listing one more fact in a world which has too many facts in it.