Enchanted by the beginning. Multiple complicated themes explored in parallel, similar to other Stephenson works. As the book goes on, the last 20-25% is sabotaged by the same issues that prevent most good sci fi from being great, namely: 1) Strange fixation with sex 2) Messy and sloppy transition from sci fi themes to mystical themes 3) Typical cognitive biases of the genre vis a vis how women and non-Western cultures are portrayed, i.e. in an unrealistic and non-believable way. If you stop around page 550, you’ll think it’s the greatest book ever.

Love this author, characters are strong, concepts are new and diverse. I can't wait to read more.

So completely engrossing, I couldn't put it down. It has a mystical and spiritual quality about it but like all his books at the heart is an intriguing mystery. I love how all the threads wind together. I hope someone bought the movie rights!

I'm not sure how I really feel about this book, which might make this the least informative review ever. Parts of it were unique and compelling, but other parts were so underdeveloped I couldn't help but question why they were even included. Worse still, some characters completely disappear from the story and some events are left entirely unresolved. Suffice to say there are better books for your time and money including Snow Crash by the same author.

One of my favorite books. Better, in my opinion, than Snow Crash (also incredible). The visuals Diamond Age will immerse you in will hook you & make you set it as a standard for great novels.

My favorite world by my favorite Image Weaver. Thank You

This is a classic. A must read. You will enjoy it immensely!