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    The Damnation Game by Clive Barker
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    The Damnation Game by Clive Barker is a dark and horrifying novel that delves into Faustian themes, exploring the decadence of the rich and the avarice of man. The story follows Martin Strauss, a prisoner turned bodyguard for the wealthy Joseph Whitehead, as he navigates a world filled with supernatural horrors and moral ambiguity. Barker's writing style is vivid and macabre, painting metaphysical journeys with rich and enticing language, creating a tale that is both intense and unrelenting in its construction of supernatural horror.

    The air was electric the day the thief crossed the city, certain that tonight, after so many weeks of frustration, he would finally locate the card-player. It was not an easy journey. Eighty-five perc...

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    Faithful by Alice Hoffman
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    Faithful by Alice Hoffman is a poignant tale following Shelby Richmond, a young woman haunted by survivor guilt after a tragic car accident that leaves her best friend in a coma. The story delves into Shelby's journey of self-forgiveness, healing, and redemption as she navigates through grief, guilt, and recovery. Through the symbolism of love for animals, friends, and family, the book explores themes of loss, acceptance, and the resilience of the human spirit. Hoffman's writing style captures the emotional rollercoaster of Shelby's life, drawing readers into a world of complex characters and heartfelt storytelling.

    The one person who has never been included in the anniversary events, not the safe driving assembly at the school, or the candlelighting ceremony on the corner of Main Street and Route 110, or the pra...

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    On a Red Station, Drifting by Aliette de Bodard
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    'On a Red Station, Drifting' by Aliette de Bodard is a novella set on Prosper Station in the Scattered Pearls belt of worlds, controlled by a stationmind and her family. The story follows Lady Linh, a refugee seeking shelter with her distant relatives on the station, and Lady Quyen, who is in charge of running the station. The novella delves into the power struggle between these two strong-willed women, their conflicting ideas on how to manage the station, and the familial tensions that arise amidst the backdrop of a failing AI and a war-torn universe. The narrative is rich with intricate familial relationships, cultural nuances, and political complexities, creating a compelling and immersive reading experience.

    Linh arrived on Prosper Station blown by the winds of war, amidst a ship full of refugees who huddled together, speaking tearfully of the invading armies: the war between the rebel lords and the Empir...

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    Getting It Right by Elizabeth Jane Howard
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    Elizabeth Jane Howard's 'Getting It Right' follows the story of Gavin Lamb, a 31-year-old hairdresser who struggles to interact with women his own age. Living with his parents, Gavin's life takes a turn when he meets several women who impact his life - from the eccentric to the emotionally damaged. The plot explores Gavin's journey of self-discovery, love, and relationships, all set in the backdrop of 1970s lower middle-class London. The writing style is described as tender, witty, and wise, with a mix of social comedy and pathos that brings out the complexities of the characters and their emotional lives.


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    The Frozen Dead - Commandant Martin Servaz by Bernard Minier
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    "The Frozen Dead" by Bernard Minier is a chilling crime novel set in the Pyrenees Mountains of southern France. The story follows Commander Martin Servaz as he investigates the brutal killing of a horse owned by a wealthy individual, which leads him to the Wargnier Psychiatric Institute where Europe's most dangerous psychotics are housed. As Servaz delves into the investigation, he collaborates with the local gendarmerie and crosses paths with a young psychologist, Dr. Dianne Berg, who is interning at the institute. The narrative weaves together two parallel threads - the criminal investigation and Dr. Berg's integration into the institute - culminating in a suspenseful and dark conclusion set against the backdrop of a harsh winter in the mountains.

    The Pyrenees. Diane Berg watched them loom into sight as she drove over the hill. A white barrier, still quite far away, stretching the entire breadth of the horizon, hills breaking like waves against...

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    The Fairy Bargains of Prospect Hill by Rowenna Miller
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    Author Rowenna Miller takes us back to the 1900s to meet a family of fruit farmers in a little niche of America called Prospect Hill. Sisters Alaine and Delphine have been told since they were old enough to understand that they should never go near the old linden tree. The book reads like three genres historical fiction, women's fiction, and fantasy folklore, with a light sprinkling of folklore for the first two thirds of the book and true fantasy folklore in the last third.


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    Monsters Born and Made by Tanvi Berwah
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    Monsters Born and Made by Tanvi Berwah is a gripping tale set in a world where the protagonist, Koral, navigates through a dangerous race involving monstrous creatures called maristags. The book delves into themes of family bonds, survival, and societal divides, all while Koral strives to win the race and save her sister. The world-building is vivid and compelling, drawing readers into a richly imagined setting filled with unique creatures and intense challenges. The plot unfolds with a mix of action, suspense, and character dynamics that keep readers hooked until the very end.

    Minutes later, Emrik appears. We’re dressed alike: black pants, a fitted white shirt with collars up to our chins, and boots molded to our feet. Beneath, we’re both wearing skaya-threaded watersuits. ...

  8. 'Dust and Shadow: An Account of the Ripper Killings by Dr. John H. Watson' by Lyndsay Faye is a Sherlock Holmes pastiche that follows Holmes and Watson as they investigate the Jack the Ripper murders in Victorian London. The book is praised for its exciting investigation, satisfying solution, good period detail, and well-presented characters, including a strong portrayal of Dr. Watson. The author, Lyndsay Faye, stays true to the Sherlock Holmes universe, maintaining the tone and style of Conan Doyle while crafting a plausible and engaging solution to the unsolved mystery of the Ripper killings.

    It has been argued by those who have so far flattered my attempts to chronicle the life and career of Mr. Sherlock Holmes as to approach them in a scholarly manner that I have often been remiss in the...

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    Ant Colony by Michael DeForge
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    'Ant Colony' by Michael DeForge is a wild and surreal read that combines gorgeous art with intricate details, getting readers back into comic books. It is described as a cracked out Clan Apis meets Perry Bible Fellowship meets Peter Max style psychedelic 70s art, featuring dark humor and existential themes. The narrative delves into the struggles of different sets of black ants living in a colony on the verge of collapse, dealing with very few triumphs and interactions with other critters like red ants, spiders, caterpillars, and earthworms.


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    Trickery - Curse of the Gods by Jane Washington, Jaymin Eve
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    'Trickery' is the first installment in the 'Curse of the Gods' series, where Willa, a dweller of the lesser race, finds herself serving the notorious Abcurses brothers - Coen, Rome, Aros, Yael, and Siret. The story follows Willa's adventures as she navigates her clumsy tendencies and attracts trouble, all while forming a unique bond with the dangerously handsome and gifted brothers. The book is known for its slow start that picks up around 20 pages in, offering a mix of humor, suspense, and a blossoming relationship that causes uproar within their community.

    The writing style of 'Trickery' is described as original, hilarious, and engaging, with a strong female main character, quirky humor, and well-developed relationships. The plot unfolds with a mix of adventure, humor, and character development, making it a comfort read for many fans of paranormal fantasy romances. Readers find themselves invested in the world building and the endearing protagonist, Willa, who brings a unique perspective to the reverse harem subgenre.

    Some things in life were a given. It was a given that the sols were the bridge between the dwellers and the gods. It was a given that some of them would become gods, after they died—while the rest of ...

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