It was always likely I was going to give this 5 stars. The series continues to deliver it's signature charm and entertainment. This one was an interesting riff on tech culture and AI seen through the prism of this setting. The author has handily dealt with the ending of his main antagonist in the last novel. He has moved things forward, expanding his setting and giving himself new scope to create more stories. Obviously, highly recommended.

Dec 2021 re-read
The previous review stands. Thoroughly enjoyable.