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Raised by Wolves is a captivating story about Bryn, a human girl raised by werewolves after a tragic incident involving her parents. The plot follows Bryn as she navigates through pack life, trying to maintain her individuality while also uncovering mysteries surrounding her past. The writing style is engaging, with a mix of humor, action, and a touch of romance that keeps readers hooked from beginning to end.
His eyes narrowed slightly. On a human, the same motion would have conveyed sharp irritation, but on Callum’s face, the expression was mild, until and unless you looked for the power behind the gaze a... - #2
In "All Systems Red," readers are introduced to Murderbot, a rogue cyborg struggling to navigate its identity and emotions while protecting a survey team on a routine mission that quickly turns into a complex web of conspiracy and danger. The novella delves into themes of artificial intelligence, personhood, empathy, and the blurred lines between human and non-human entities. Through Murderbot's unique perspective and wry narration, the story unfolds as a mix of action, mystery, and character exploration, offering a fresh take on the sci-fi genre.
I COULD HAVE BECOME a mass murderer after I hacked my governor module, but then I realized I could access the combined feed of entertainment channels carried on the company satellites. It had been wel... 'St. Lucy's Home for Girls Raised by Wolves' by Karen Russell is a collection of short stories that delve into the lives of children and teens in otherworldly settings, ranging from paranormal to fantastical. The stories are described as being imaginative, surreal, and filled with macabre flights of fancy, exploring themes of adolescence, loss, and the animal nature of humanity. Russell's writing style is praised for its spare prose that brings surreal elements into a vivid and achingly real focus, creating a sense of magical realism that is both dark and compelling.
“Thanks, Oglivy.” She smiles. Her curly hair has a rosy glow in the balloon’s light. She looks all mussed up and livid and adorably mortal, these violet half-moons under her eyes. “You’re right, we’d ..."Beasts of Extraordinary Circumstance" by Ruth Emmie Lang is a magical realism novel that follows the extraordinary life of Weylyn Grey, a boy with special gifts who is raised by wolves and possesses unique powers that affect the world around him. The story is narrated through the perspectives of those who encounter Weylyn throughout his life, showcasing his adventures, relationships, and the impact he has on others. Lang's writing style is described as enchanting, engaging, and lyrical, with a focus on character development and a seamless blend of magical elements into a character-driven narrative.
It was the morning of my eleventh birthday, and as usual, my dad had failed to notice. It wasn’t that he didn’t care; he had just never been one for party planning or affection in general. That had be...- #5
'Knowledge of Angels' by Jill Paton Walsh is a philosophical theological fable set on a mythical Mediterranean island in the Middle Ages. The story revolves around a stranger named Palinor, an atheist charged with heresy by the Catholic Church on the island, and his debates with religious figures like Cardinal Beneditx and Inquisitor Fra Murta. The novel also delves into the story of Amara, a feral child raised by wolves and brought back into society by nuns, sparking debates on the innate knowledge of God. intricately weaves together themes of religion, faith, reason, and morality in a thought-provoking and captivating narrative style.
Once they had climbed through the woods of pine and holm oak which covered the lower slopes of the mountain, the nevados would be visible from the town all day. Above the woods the mountain was almost... - #6
'Exhalation: Stories' by Ted Chiang is a collection of thought-provoking science fiction stories that delve into philosophical questions like free will, consciousness, and the impact of technology on humanity. Chiang's writing style is described as calm, clear, and deeply engaging, allowing the meaning of the stories to shine through the scientific concepts explored. The stories cover a wide range of themes, from time travel to the nature of existence, all tied together by universal questions about humanity and the universe.
The book features a mix of speculative technologies and philosophical undertones, expertly formulated to create compact yet suggestive narratives. Chiang's storytelling is praised for its cleverness without sacrificing the human element of the stories, making readers care about both the characters and the speculative concepts presented. Each story in the collection offers a unique and immersive experience that challenges readers to think deeply about the complex issues explored.
It has long been said that air (which others call argon) is the source of life. This is not in fact the case, and I engrave these words to describe how I came to understand the true source of life and... - #7
The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of stories set in the Indian jungle, featuring the adventures of Mowgli, a boy raised by wolves. The tales showcase Mowgli's growth as he learns the Law of the Jungle and encounters various creatures such as Baloo the bear, Bagheera the black panther, and the formidable tiger Shere Khan. Kipling's writing style is praised for its imaginative power and complex allegorical portrayal of life, emphasizing themes of love, justice, and order through the interactions between Mowgli and the jungle inhabitants.
“He has no right!” Father Wolf began angrily. “By the Law of the Jungle he has no right to change his quarters without due warning. He will frighten every head of game within ten miles, and I—I have t... - #8
Decades after their arrival on a planet that was supposed to hold God's city, the elite group of mostly scientists assembled by Lee Suh Mih after her revelation about the technology to get them there are now colonists, living a privileged life supplied by printers. Ren, the resident printer technician, has a number of terrible secrets, not least of them what happened during Planetfall to the expedition's leaders, including Lee. The story involves space travel, an off Earth colony 20 some years after its establishment in the shadows of a mostly abandoned alien structure, the biology linked religious beliefs that inspired the colony's creation, and a first person narrator coping with and trying to hide her anxious obsessions. The protagonist is a woman with secrets and struggles with the choices she has made and the mental illness she is trying to conceal from her fellow colonists on a planet that no one truly understands.
EVERY TIME I come down here I think about my mother. I don’t want to; it just happens. My brain has decided it’s a critical subroutine that must be executed when the correct variables are in place: (w... - #9
In the book "Spin State" by Chris Moriarty, readers are taken on a journey to a future where humans rely on sentient AIs and Bose Einstein condensates for communication and travel across the universe. The protagonist, Catherine Li, a UN peacekeeper with a mysterious past, is sent to investigate the death of a renowned scientist on Compson's World. The story delves into themes of artificial intelligence, space colonization, quantum physics, and complex relationships, all woven into a fast-paced thriller with elements of cyberpunk and mystery. The plot unfolds with intricate subplots, deception, betrayal, and a touch of romance, creating a richly detailed posthuman adventure that challenges the reader's perception of identity and reality.
The writing style of "Spin State" is described as tightly woven, fast-paced, and complex, blending elements of military science fiction and cyberpunk seamlessly. Readers are drawn into a world teeming with gene-modded humans, emergent AIs, and quantum teleportation, where the protagonist, Catherine Li, navigates a web of intrigue and secrets while facing her own inner demons. The novel combines action-packed scenes with sensitive character portrayals, offering a unique blend of adventure, mystery, and introspection that keeps the reader engaged from start to finish.
Later she remembered only pieces of the raid. The touch of a hand. The crack of rifle fire. A face flashing bright as a fish’s rise in dark water. And what she did remember she couldn’t talk about, or... - #10
Two hundred fifty years after human activity destroyed the viability of Earth, Lilith Iyapo awakens in a strange room aboard a living, alien spaceship. The Oankali, an alien species, have saved the last of the human race and are looking to genetically merge with primitive civilizations. The book explores themes of symbiosis, slavery, and human-alien intimacy, all while raising questions about identity and human nature.
Awakening was hard, as always. The ultimate disappointment. It was a struggle to take in enough air to drive off nightmare sensations of asphyxiation. Lilith Iyapo lay gasping, shaking with the force ...