7/10
A cool idea with a somewhat flawed execution. The first half of the book dragged a bit. It should've been about 20% shorter like many classic sci-fi stories. But the ending was worth it.
Ashes of Man was one of my most anticipated books this year. So when I revived an ARC from Netgalley, I was so happy. And it did not disappoint.
Everything I love about Sun Eater is in this book. Quiet retrospective character moments, excellent prose, fantastic world-building, and explosive action.
I will definitely do a reared on audio when it comes out because I miss Roukin's voice.
9/10