Dune is a masterpiece. I especially love the heavy use of internal dialogues and the complex political scheming. You’re in for a real treat.
BTW, there are four sequels (I think) to Dune. I read three of them. If you end up enjoying Dune, you’ll probably like the next two books - Dune Messiah and Children of Dune. IMHO, they aren’t as strong as the original novel, but they are very good. The fourth book - God Emperor of Dune - was kinda “meh”, IMHO. That’s just my take, though.
BTW2, I think you deserve a ribbon for completing the Simarillion. I love Tolkien, but I just couldn’t get through that one!
Heh, ditto. I really wanted to get through it, to better understand the others better, but just couldn't do it.
Unfinished Tales is awesome if you're a hardcore Tolkien scholar.