Corey: Caliban’s War

Summary: Caliban’s War by Corey (Orbit (2012)). (Stub — expand from highlights.)

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Last updated: 2026-05-07

Quotes

Society and War

“War is what happens when language fails. It’s the point where you stop trying to convince and start trying to compel.” (Chapter 14, p. 162)

Decision Making

“Holden had a knack for making the right decision for the wrong reasons, which was almost as good as being smart.” (Chapter 22, p. 258)

Identity

“You don’t get to choose who you were. You only get to choose who you’re going to be.” (Chapter 35, p. 410)