Books matching: dying sun
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Save:'Red Sister' by Mark Lawrence follows the journey of Nona Grey, a young girl rescued from a dire fate to become a sister at a convent of warrior nuns on a planet facing a dying sun and encroaching ice. The story unfolds in a world filled with magic, conflict, and complex characters, reminiscent of works by acclaimed authors like Robin Hobb and Patrick Rothfuss. The book balances action with character development, focusing on Nona's growth as she navigates her new life and uncovers the mysteries of her unique abilities and the threats surrounding the convent.
No child truly believes they will be hanged. Even on the gallows platform with the rope scratching at their wrists and the shadow of the noose upon their face they know that someone will step forward,... - #2
Save:The Sword of the Lictor by Gene Wolfe is the third installment in The Book of the New Sun series, following the protagonist Severian on his journey from apprentice to Autarch. The book is described as a mix of episodic adventures, introspection, and metaphysical speculation as Severian wanders aimlessly through a strange and wondrous world. The narrative is rich in symbolism and offers a critical view of society, exploring themes of life, humanity, and the forces at play in the portrayed world.
ON A MOUNTAINTOP beyond the shores of Urth there once lived a lovely woman named Early Summer. She was the queen of that land, but her king was a strong, unforgiving man, and because she was jealous o...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series The Book of the New Sun ) - #3
Save:In 'Hothouse' by Brian W. Aldiss, readers are transported to a far future Earth where the sun is dying, leading to a world dominated by plant life and mutated creatures. The human race has evolved into small, primitive groups living in the branches of a massive banyan tree, navigating a hostile environment filled with predatory vegetation. The plot follows the journey of one such group as they encounter strange creatures, uncover the secrets of their world's history, and face calamities that force them to wander through this bizarre landscape. The writing style is described as imaginative, surreal, and filled with vivid descriptions of the fantastical ecosystem created by Aldiss.
The heat, the light, the humidity—these were constant and had remained constant for … but nobody knew how long. Nobody cared any more for the big question that begin “How long …?” or “Why …?” It was n... - #4
Save:Adrian Tchaikovsky's 'Cage of Souls' is a standalone story set in a distant future Earth where civilization has collapsed, leaving only one city inhabited by a population obsessed with vanity and politics. The protagonist, Stefan Advani, documents his life as an academic condemned to a prison on an island, amidst a dying world where humanity has accepted its fate. The narrative weaves together elements of science fiction, dystopia, and existential horror, creating a rich and engrossing world filled with strange prisons, monstrous creatures, and eerie apocalyptic sights.
The book is narrated by Stefan, an academic with a complex and sometimes contradictory character, who finds himself entangled in world-changing events that he observes as an outsider. The story unfolds non-linearly, offering glimpses of a doomed future and impending apocalypse through Stefan's personal and intimate perspective, keeping readers on their toes with unpredictable plot twists and a sense of impending doom.
There was a boat, a metal-hulled antique some forty feet long. Shadrapar was its birthplace, as it is mine, but it took us east down the river into the unmappable and hungry jungles. The thump of its ... - #5
Save:Set in a future where the sun is dying and Earth is on the brink of extinction, "The Dying Earth" by Jack Vance is a collection of interconnected short stories that explore a world filled with bizarre monsters, powerful mages, and remnants of advanced technology. The stories follow wizards seeking knowledge, humans grown in vats, and small green men known as twk men. Vance's writing style is described as lush and beautiful, evoking a sense of melancholy for a lost past while blending silliness and darkness in a unique way.
turjan sat in his workroom, legs sprawled out from the stool, back against and elbows on the bench. Across the room was a cage; into this Turjan gazed with rueful vexation. The creature in the cage re... - #6
Save:'The Wandering Earth' by Liu Cixin is a collection of science fiction short stories that explore a variety of future scenarios, ranging from cautiously optimistic to dark and deeply pessimistic. The stories delve into themes of the fate and future of Earth and humanity, presenting jaw-dropping ideas and imaginative concepts. The writing style is reminiscent of classic science fiction authors like Asimov and Clarke, focusing on big ideas and exploration of speculative scenarios, sometimes at the expense of character development.
The Reining lasted for 42 years, three years longer than the Unity Government had projected. My mother once told me about the time our family witnessed the last sunset. The Sun had ever so slowly crep... - #7
Save:"Ring" in the Xeelee Sequence by Stephen Baxter is a hard science fiction novel set in a future where humanity discovers that the sun is evolving faster than expected, leading to the potential uninhabitability of the universe in five million years. To prevent this, a group of explorers embark on a million-year journey through space using wormholes and time travel, encountering cosmic-scale ideas and challenges. Baxter's writing style is characterized by detailed descriptions of hard science concepts, including stellar physics and advanced technologies, while also attempting to delve into character development, particularly with the creation of an AI character named Lieserl.
She explored the face before her, studying the lines around the eyes, the humorous upturn of the mouth, the strong nose. It was an intelligent, lived-in face. This is a good human being, she thought. ...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Xeelee Sequence ) - #8
Save:'Raft' in the Xeelee Sequence by Stephen Baxter is set in an alternate dimension where gravity works very differently. Humans living on a 'raft' struggle to survive several generations after their ancestors arrived. The plot follows a young protagonist named Rees who stows away on a flying tree to explore the world and society on the ship, which is split between scientists and miners. As the story unfolds, a race against time ensues as the humans must find a way to migrate to a new nebula before their current one becomes uninhabitable. Baxter's writing style is described as sparse yet capable of conveying the story effectively, with some social commentary on class systems and equality woven into the narrative.
It was when the foundry imploded that Rees’s curiosity about his world became unbearable. The shift started normally enough with a thump on his cabin wall from the fist of Sheen, his shift supervisor.... - #9
Save:The Citadel of the Autarch is the fourth and final installment in Gene Wolfe's The Book of the New Sun series. The book wraps up the story with Severian becoming Autarch, resolving plot lines, encountering strange aliens, and hinting at time manipulation elements. The series is described as rich, deep, profound, and demanding of a re-reading due to its complexity and mind-blowing revelations. Despite the intricate narrative, some readers found it to be a wild ride rather than a cohesive story.
At two o'clock in the morning, if you open your window and listen, You will hear the feet of the Wind that is going to call the sun. And the trees in the shadow rustle and the trees in the moonlight g...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series The Book of the New Sun ) - #10
Save:"The Shadow of the Torturer" by Gene Wolfe follows Severian, a young apprentice torturer with the burden of total recall, as he navigates a vivid and haunting alternative world. The book immerses readers in a masterfully crafted setting with detailed descriptions, but some find the plot dour and the pacing meandering, leading to mixed feelings about the protagonist and the overall story.
Severian's journey is filled with mysterious encounters, cryptic dream sequences, and a slow revelation of the world's setting. The narrative explores themes of memory, identity, and the blurred lines between reality and dreams, creating a challenging yet rewarding reading experience for those who appreciate intricate storytelling and thought-provoking allegories.
It is possible I already had some presentiment of my future. The locked and rusted gate that stood before us, with wisps of river fog threading its spikes like the mountain paths, remains in my mind n...
