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Huorn  ·  3430 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: What book(s) are your favorite read?

I'm in the middle of reading this for the first time. I love how calculating the characters are, especially Jessica and Paul. It's fascinating to read how they interpret the subtle mannerisms of other characters and extract information from that. Being able to "read" others is treated like a superpower.





TheVenerableCain  ·  3430 days ago  ·  link  ·  

Both Jessica and Paul are trained as Bene Gesserit, which grants them great self-awareness, control, and the ability to read other people very well. The secret sign language that they use to communicate they talk is pretty awesome as well. I have to refrain from spoiling anything, but I really think you'll enjoy all the books.