I think the story serves as a vehicle for the music, and as such is fine, for me at least. I mean, I could probably pick holes in it if I really wanted to, but I think it does the job it's meant to do. It's got family drama, betrayal, social inequality, love stuff, flying robots - enough elements to give the songs meaning and push the whole thing along.
I don't think there's enough there to create a novel out of, to be honest, but I think it's fine as a backdrop to the album. I'll not be turning to DT for my next fantasy novel or anything, but that's fine..
The music is the most important thing to me - the story plays a supporting role
(yes, the Oscars were on TV this morning.. ). It's enough for me to have a general understanding the major plot points as I'm listening through. Still loving it..