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Dune Messiah

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1969

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Frank Herbert

Dune Messiah

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1969
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Arrakis • Distant Future

Publication Year

1969

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Dune Messiah, 12 years after he became Emperor of the Known Universe, Paul Atreides grapples with the enormous consequences of the Jihad waged in his name and faces a complex conspiracy involving the Bene Gesserit, the Spacing Guild, and the Tleilaxu. Paul must navigate political, personal, and philosophical challenges while attempting to secure humanity's future and deal with the ethical dilemmas of his prophesied path. The book addresses themes of vision versus reality, power's corrupting nature, and the human cost of ruthless ambition. There is significant violence described in the book.

Mysterious

Challenging

Contemplative

Melancholic

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.1

362,949 ratings

70%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dune Messiah by Frank Herbert, the second book in the iconic series, delves into the complexities of power and its psychological impacts on its hero. While praised for its philosophical depth and intricate political intrigue, some readers find it less action-driven and slower-paced compared to its predecessor. Overall, it remains a thought-provoking follow-up to Dune.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dune Messiah?

Readers who enjoy complex political intrigue, philosophical themes, and character-driven narratives are ideal for Dune Messiah by Frank Herbert. Fans of Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin and Foundation by Isaac Asimov will find similar depth and sophistication.

4.1

362,949 ratings

70%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Arrakis • Distant Future

Publication Year

1969

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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