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    Recursion by Blake Crouch
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    Recursion by Blake Crouch is a fast-paced science fiction thriller that delves into the concept of False Memory Syndrome, where people recall alternate events and lives they never lived. The story follows NYPD officer Barry Sutton and neuroscientist Helena Smith as they investigate and try to solve the mysterious syndrome. As their paths intertwine, they discover the implications of altering memories and the consequences it has on a personal and global scale. The writing style is described as mind-bending, thought-provoking, and emotionally moving, with a plot that explores the complexities of time travel and memory manipulation.

    Barry Sutton pulls over into the fire lane at the main entrance of the Poe Building, an Art Deco tower glowing white in the illumination of its exterior sconces. He climbs out of his Crown Vic, rushes...

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    None Shall Sleep - Damnatio Memoriae by Laura Giebfried
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    'None Shall Sleep' by Laura Giebfried is a dark and gripping mystery set in a secluded boarding school. The story follows two roommates, Enim and Jack, as they try to solve the disappearances and murders haunting their school. The narrative is driven by the internal struggles of Enim, the complex and unreliable narrator, who grapples with personal tragedies and a blurred line between truth and fiction. The writing style is described as strong but detailed, contributing to the slow pacing that mirrors Enim's sense of being bogged down.

    She died on a Friday, right in time to ruin the holiday plans for the students who had hoped to take the ferry to the mainland for the long weekend. The boys stood on the shore even still, watching as...

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    All Our Wrong Todays by Elan Mastai
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    In "All Our Wrong Todays" by Elan Mastai, the story follows Tom Barren who lives in a utopian version of 2016 created by a world-changing invention in 1965. When Tom impulsively travels back in time and alters the course of history, he finds himself in a dystopian version of 2016, our current reality. The novel explores themes of time travel, alternate realities, self-discovery, and the consequences of one person's actions on the world.

    That means nothing to you, obviously, because you live here, in the crappy world we do have. But it never should’ve turned out like this. And it’s all my fault—well, me and to a lesser extent my fathe...

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    The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August by Claire North
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    The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August by Claire North is a unique and captivating novel that explores the concept of reincarnation in a fresh and intriguing way. The story follows Harry August, a man who is reborn with all his memories intact, living his life over and over again in the same body. As he navigates through his multiple lives, he discovers others like him and learns of a looming threat that could end the world. The book delves into themes of friendship, betrayal, and the complexities of living through endless cycles, all while trying to prevent a catastrophic event orchestrated by a fellow immortal.

    She was seven, I was seventy-eight. She had straight blonde hair worn in a long pigtail down her back, I had bright white hair, or at least the remnants of the same. I wore a hospital gown designed fo...

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    Lie to Me by J.T. Ellison
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    'Lie to Me' by J.T. Ellison is a fast-paced domestic thriller that follows the lives of Ethan and Sutton Montclair, successful writers with a seemingly perfect life until tragedy strikes. When Sutton disappears, leaving behind a note instructing Ethan not to look for her, suspicions arise, and Ethan finds himself at the center of the investigation. The story unfolds with numerous twists and turns, revealing secrets, lies, and unexpected revelations about the characters, all leading to a thrilling and unpredictable conclusion.

    Readers are taken on a suspenseful journey through multiple points of view, including Ethan's, the police officer Holly Graham's, and an anonymous narrator who adds an eerie tone to the story. The narrative is filled with complex plot twists, short chapters that keep readers engaged, and a writing style that builds tension and keeps the reader guessing until the very end.

    Ethan found the note ten minutes after he rolled out of bed that Tuesday, the Tuesday that would change everything. He came downstairs, yawning, scratching his chest, to...nothing. Empty space, devoid...

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    Creepers
    Book 1 in the series:Frank Balenger

    Creepers - Frank Balenger by David Morrell
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    'Creepers' by David Morrell follows the story of a group of urban explorers who venture into an old, abandoned hotel called the Paragon, which is full of history and secrets. As they explore the hotel, they encounter unexpected dangers and mysteries that put their lives at risk. The plot involves suspense, twists, and turns that keep the readers on the edge of their seats, with elements of horror, thriller, and suspense blended together. The writing style is described as fast-paced, exciting, and engaging, with vivid descriptions of the surroundings that enhance the action.

    The motel had twelve rooms. Only unit 4 was occupied, a pale yellow light seeping past its thin curtain. The exterior was run-down, as much in need of paint and repair as all the other buildings in th...

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    This Is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar, Max Gladstone
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    "This Is How You Lose the Time War" is a beautiful and unique story of two women, Red and Blue, who are elite operatives on opposing sides of a time war. Through secret letters hidden in various ways, they develop a forbidden love while manipulating events across time and alternate realities. The writing style is poetic, with lush language and detailed world-building, creating a complex and evocative narrative that explores themes of love, loyalty, and the consequences of war.

    That was fun, she thinks, but the thought sours in the framing. It was clean, at least. Climb up time’s threads into the past and make sure no one survives this battle to muddle the futures her Agency...

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    The Psychology of Time Travel by Kate Mascarenhas
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    'The Psychology of Time Travel' by Kate Mascarenhas is a unique and complex story that revolves around time travel and its psychological effects on individuals. The book follows the lives of four female inventors who pioneer time travel in the 1960s, leading to a world where time is no longer linear and people interact with multiple versions of themselves. The plot unravels a murder mystery intertwined with the lives of various characters, exploring themes of relationships, identity, and the consequences of manipulating time. The writing style is described as detailed, imaginative, and rich, with multiple timelines and points of view adding depth to the narrative.

    The laboratory, in Cumbria, was home to four young scientists. Margaret was a baroness turned cosmologist. Lucille had come from the Toxteth slums to make radio waves travel faster than light. Grace—w...

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    Timeline by Michael Crichton
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    'Timeline' by Michael Crichton is a science fiction novel that combines time travel with a thrilling adventure set in medieval times. The plot follows a group of archeologists who use modern technology and quantum mechanics to travel to the past, specifically the late Middle Ages in France. As they try to reconstruct an archeological site from that period, things go awry, leading to a dangerous and suspenseful journey where survival becomes uncertain. Crichton's writing style is described as engaging, with a good balance between education and entertainment, blending elements of science fiction, historical fiction, and suspense seamlessly throughout the narrative.

    Dan Baker winced as his new Mercedes S500 sedan bounced down the dirt road, heading deeper into the Navajo reservation in northern Arizona. Around them, the landscape was increasingly desolate: distan...

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    Pastwatch: The Redemption of Christopher Columbus - Pastwatch by Orson Scott Card
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    Pastwatch: The Redemption of Christopher Columbus by Orson Scott Card is a science fiction novel that explores the concept of time travel and altering historical events. The story follows a group of researchers in the future who have developed a technology that allows them to view and potentially change the past. They focus on Christopher Columbus as a pivotal figure in history and aim to influence his actions to create a better future. The book interweaves the narratives of the researchers in the future with the life of Christopher Columbus in the past, providing a unique blend of historical fiction and speculative science fiction. The writing style is described as thought-provoking, clever, and well-researched, with a focus on exploring moral dilemmas, societal issues, and the consequences of altering history.

    "the replanting" or "the restoring" or even "the resurrection" of the Earth. All these names were accurate. Something had been done, and now it was being undone. Much had died or been broken or killed...

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