Network Effect (The Murderbot Diaries Book 5)

Network Effect (The Murderbot Diaries Book 5) cover
Good Books rating 4.75
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  • ID: 4548
  • Added: 2025-10-21
  • Updated: 2025-10-21
  • Reviews: 2
Reviews
brothersjudd.com · Unknown · 2025-10-21
brilliant 5.00

The reviewer loved the entire Murderbot Diaries series, particularly the character of Murderbot and its interactions with other characters like ART and Dr. Mensah. They found the series to be fast-paced, well-written, and full of humor and heart, with each book building on the previous ones to create a compelling narrative. The reviewer highly recommends the series to everyone, praising its unique blend of action, humor, and emotional depth.

The reviewer was thoroughly impressed with the Murderbot Diaries series, highlighting the protagonist, Murderbot, as a standout character. They appreciated Murderbot's humor, relatability, and emotional depth, as well as its evolving relationships with other characters like ART and Dr. Mensah. The series was praised for its fast-paced plot, excellent world-building, and engaging narration. Each book was noted for its unique contributions to the overall narrative, with the reviewer particularly enjoying the emotional arcs and character development. The reviewer found the series to be a perfect blend of action, humor, and heart, and highly recommends it to anyone looking for a compelling and entertaining read.


Quick quotes

    I liked protecting people and things. I liked figuring out smart ways to protect people and things. I liked being right.

    Gurathin turned to me. “So you don’t have a governor module, but we could punish you by looking at you.” I looked at him. “Probably, right up until I remember I have guns built into my arms.

    ART said, “I want an apology.” I made an obscene gesture at the ceiling with both hands. (I know ART isn’t the ceiling but the humans kept looking up there like it was.)

blogthatnobodyknows.com · Unknown · 2022-11-18
excellent 4.50

Network Effect is the fifth book in the Murderbot Diaries series, featuring a sentient AI struggling with human relationships while dealing with a complex plot involving hostages and alien artifacts. The book is praised for its intricate world-building and the protagonist's relatable irritations with humans, despite its violent capabilities.

Network Effect continues the story of Murderbot, a sentient AI that has formed a bond with a group of humans. The book is set in a sprawling universe with advanced technology and complex social structures. Murderbot's internal monologue is filled with frustration at human behavior, but it also shows a growing attachment to its human companions. The plot involves a hostage situation, a mysterious artifact, and intense action sequences. The reviewer appreciates the depth of the world-building and the protagonist's relatable irritations, despite its violent nature. The book is a mix of space opera, action adventure, and murder mystery, with Murderbot's evolving emotions adding a layer of complexity.


Quick quotes

    Just remember you’re not alone here. I never know what to say to that. I am actually alone in my head, and that’s where 90 plus percent of my problems are.

    ...I wanted to talk to a human right now about as much as I wanted to lose a couple of limbs and have a conversation about my feelings.

    ...and if anyone or anything tried to hurt them, I would rip its intestines out.

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