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Transition

eng. Transition · 2009
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Book Review

"Transition" by Iain Banks is a novel where reality is multilayered and the boundaries between worlds are as elusive as dawn mist. The author masterfully weaves elements of political thriller, philosophical parable, and dystopia into the narrative, creating a complex mosaic of fates and worlds. Critics note the novel's exquisite structure: the story is told from the perspectives of several characters, each carrying their own truth and shadow. Banks skillfully plays with themes of power, morality, and choice, prompting the reader to ponder the nature of evil and personal responsibility. His language is rich in metaphor, and the book's atmosphere is tense and ambiguous. "Transition" is a work with no clear answers, but many questions that resonate in the soul with a subtle vibration. Critics especially highlight the author's ability to combine intellectual depth with narrative dynamism, as well as his signature irony that permeates even the darkest pages. This is a novel for those unafraid to gaze into the abyss of alternate realities and experience the full complexity of human choice.

Transition
Date of publication: 2 June 2025
Last updated: 1 July 2025
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