The Algebraist by Iain Banks

Set in a distant future where humanity is part of a vast interstellar civilization, the story follows Fassin Taak, a human "Slow Seer" tasked with uncovering the secrets of the ancient and enigmatic Dwellers, a race of gas-giant inhabitants known for their vast knowledge and cryptic ways. As Fassin navigates the intricate politics and looming threats of a galaxy on the brink of war, he embarks on a perilous journey to unlock the mysteries of the Dweller List, a legendary catalog of hidden wormholes that could alter the balance of power in the universe. The narrative weaves together themes of exploration, intrigue, and the quest for understanding in a richly imagined cosmos.

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