Look, Foundation has great concepts, but if you think it has even good characters and dialogue, you...need to read fiction with good characters and dialogue.
> The first foundation book is one of the best
Best of what, though?
> The first foundation book is one of the best
Best of what, though?
Suggestions?
In my case, it’s been 20+ years since I read Foundation (IIRC only the first three books)
I would argue that 1Q84 (don't read it!, it sucks) is the exact opposite. Interesting characters but lacking an overarching setting/plot.