Ninefox Gambit

I don't typically like military SF, but this book reminded me of Ancillary Justice in the best ways. Amazing culture and world-building, thorough characters who keep you guessing, and bonkers technology. I read most of this on a plane which is maybe not ideal because it is so dense and difficult to visualize. Definitely not a book that treats its audience like children. I had to work to understand what was happening, but it didn't feel like work because the characters were so intriguing. Glad I bought the sequel too, but giving my brain a rest before reading it.