This book surprised me when I first read it because it is an excellent example of what good books can do. It asks a very big question while telling the story. That question is - does free will exist?
On the surface this is a fairly standard science fiction story. The basic plot is about a musical genius embarking on a tour of the Solar System in the 33rd century. He's surrounded by mysterious groups who interfere with the tour for their own ends. But that's not what the book is about. Its an exploration of free will as a concept and asks both if the laws of physics allow it to exist, and if it does exist, how free is it? How much is it the product of the influences of those around us.
For anyone who likes books that make them think, as well as entertain them, I'd recommend this book.
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