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Everfair - Everfair by Nisi Shawl
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Everfair by Nisi Shawl is a steampunk alternate history novel set in an African utopia called Everfair, challenging the brutal Belgian rule in Congo. The book spans 30 years and features a diverse ensemble cast of characters from various backgrounds, exploring themes of agency, colonialism, and the impact of individual actions on history. The writing style includes jumps in time between chapters, providing a prologue-like structure that drives home the alternate history aspect and emphasizes the power of personal narratives in shaping the future.

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    Lion's Blood
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    Lion's Blood - Lion's Blood by Steven Barnes
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    "Lion's Blood" by Steven Barnes is an alternate history novel set in a world where Africa colonized America and Islam is the dominant religion. The story explores a reality where Africans enslave Europeans, depicting a complex master-slave relationship between two boys. The writing style is detailed, immersive, and thought-provoking, offering a compelling narrative that delves into themes of friendship, slavery, and the impact of societal structures on relationships.

    Spring's first day was a warm sweet song, a time of companionable silences and comfortably shared labor in Mahon O'Dere's coracle. The boat's round woven sides bobbed gently in the Lady's arms. Aidan ...

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    Steampunk
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    Steampunk - Steampunk by Jeff VanderMeer
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    'Steampunk' edited by Jeff VanderMeer, along with Ann VanderMeer, is a collection of short stories that delve into the steampunk genre. The anthology covers a wide range of stories, from classic steampunk tales to more modern and diverse interpretations of the genre. includes a mix of well-known authors such as Michael Chabon and Ted Chiang, offering readers a glimpse into different aspects of the clockwork universe of steampunk. The stories explore themes of technology, history, and imagination, providing a rich tapestry of worlds set in a Victorian-era backdrop with a twist of advanced steam-powered technology.

    The anthology not only presents a variety of steampunk stories but also includes introductory material by the editors that gives a brief history of steampunk literature and a pop culture survey. aims to introduce readers to the genre of steampunk through a diverse selection of stories, ranging from traditional steampunk settings to more experimental narratives. With a mix of classic and contemporary steampunk tales, the anthology offers readers a comprehensive look at the genre, making it a valuable resource for both seasoned steampunk fans and newcomers alike.


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    Unholy Night by Seth Grahame-Smith
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    Seth Grahame-Smith's 'Unholy Night' is a reimagining of the biblical nativity tale with a twist - the Three Wise Men are depicted as thieves who get involved in protecting Mary, Joseph, and their infant child. The story is set in the year 2 B.C. during the reign of Caesar Augustus and follows the main character Balthazar, a thief with a conscience, as he navigates through a world filled with violence, supernatural elements, and historical accuracy. The author weaves together elements of the New Testament, creating an intriguing and adventurous narrative that explores themes of vengeance, morality, and religious questions.

    The writing style of 'Unholy Night' is described as sparkling, with witty and modern dialogue that adds a layer of humor to the storytelling. The book offers a unique perspective on the familiar Nativity Story, incorporating narrative shifts and interesting character connections that keep the readers engaged. Despite the graphic violence and supernatural elements, the author manages to maintain a level of reverence in the storytelling, making it an enjoyable read for fans of historical fantasy and religious themes.

    He rode his camel across the desert valley, kicking its sides like mad, his eyes the only things visible through the shemagh he wore to fight off the sun and the odor of the beast beneath him. Two ove...

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    War Girls
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    War Girls - War Girls by Tochi Onyebuchi
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    In the book 'War Girls' by Tochi Onyebuchi, set in a future Nigeria, a civil war rages on, with child soldiers piloting mechs in battles observed by first world nations. The story follows two sisters, Onyii and Ify, who are separated during a battle and must find their way back to each other amidst the devastation of war. The book blends advanced technology like bionics and AI with the harsh realities of war, focusing on the effects of conflict on children and exploring themes of love, humanity, and historical events.

    The first thing Onyii does every morning is take off her arm. Other War Girls have gotten used to sleeping without their arms or their legs. But Onyii’s phantom limb haunts her in her sleep. In her dr...

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    Blue Remembered Earth - Poseidon's Children by Alastair Reynolds
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    In 'Blue Remembered Earth', the first book in the 'Poseidon's Children' series by Alastair Reynolds, readers are taken on a journey set in a future Earth where Africa has become the economic powerhouse. The story revolves around the Akinya clan, led by matriarch Eunice, who has been instrumental in humanity's expansion into the solar system. After Eunice's death, her grandchildren Geoffrey and Sunday embark on a quest following clues left by her, leading them to the far reaches of the solar system and uncovering a discovery with the potential to change the future. The book intricately weaves together elements of mystery, space opera, family dynamics, and futuristic technologies, creating a rich tapestry of politics, economics, and intrigue.

    He was on his way back from the edge of the study area towards the research station, just him and the Cessna and the open skies above the Amboseli basin, his mood better than it had been in weeks, whe...

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    The Plot Against America by Philip Roth
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    Philip Roth's 'The Plot Against America' is an alternative history novel that explores a world where Charles Lindbergh, a Nazi sympathizer, defeats Franklin Roosevelt in the 1940 presidential election. The story follows a Jewish family living in Newark, primarily through the eyes of a young Philip Roth, as they navigate the rise of anti-Semitism and the consequences of Lindbergh's presidency. The writing style is described as compelling, with long but readable sentences that present an altered reality that is both familiar and chilling.

    Fear presides over these memories, a perpetual fear. Of course no childhood is without its terrors, yet I wonder if I would have been a less frightened boy if Lindbergh hadn't been president or if I h...

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    The Difference Engine by William Gibson, Bruce Sterling
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    'The Difference Engine' by William Gibson and Bruce Sterling is an alternative history novel set in a Victorian England where steam-powered technology has advanced to the point of creating mechanical computers. The book explores the consequences of Charles Babbage completing his steam-powered computer, the Difference Engine, and the societal changes brought about by this technological advancement. The plot follows multiple storylines that intertwine, involving intrigue, civil disorder, and a Sherlock Holmes-style mystery surrounding stolen computer cards.

    The writing style of 'The Difference Engine' is described as detailed and immersive, painting a vivid picture of an alternate Victorian landscape where industrialism and early computing have triumphed over traditional political and social structures. The narrative is noted for its complexity, with some readers finding the plot convoluted yet fascinating, while others struggled to follow the multiple intertwining storylines and found the characters lacking depth and consistency.

    Below her, in a neglected formal garden, leafless vines lace wooden trellises on whitewashed, flaking walls. From the open windows of her sickroom, a warm draft stirs the loose white hair at her neck,...

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    The Peshawar Lancers by S.M. Stirling
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    In The Peshawar Lancers by S.M. Stirling, a post-apocalyptic alternate history unfolds as a meteor strike reshapes the world, leading to the British Empire relocating to India and rebuilding its power. The story follows the King family's struggles in this new empire, filled with intrigue, spies, and action, set against a backdrop of a steampunk world with airships and steam trains. The narrative is a blend of adventure, historical fiction, and speculative elements, keeping readers engaged with its unique world-building and compelling characters.

    Captain Athelstane King rinsed out his mouth with a swig from the goatskin water bag slung at his saddlebow. Even in October this shadeless, low-lying part of the Northwest Frontier Province was hot; ...

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    Brown Girl in the Ring by Nalo Hopkinson
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    Brown Girl in the Ring by Nalo Hopkinson is a science fiction novel set in a post-apocalyptic Toronto where the inner city has been abandoned by the wealthy. The story follows Ti Jeanne, a young woman with a Caribbean heritage and magical abilities, who must navigate the dangerous world of the inner city. As she deals with family conflicts and faces off against local gangsters, Ti Jeanne embraces her ancestral powers to protect herself and her loved ones.

    Hopkinson's writing style blends science fiction with Afro-Caribbean folklore, creating a rich and vivid world filled with complex characters and mystical elements. The book explores themes of family, heritage, and resilience in the face of adversity, offering a unique and engaging take on urban fantasy and magical realism.

    Ti-Jeanne could see with more than sight. Sometimes she saw how people were going to die. When she closed her eyes, the childhood songs her grandmother had sung to her replayed in her mind, and dancin...

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    Midnight Robber by Nalo Hopkinson
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    Nalo Hopkinson's 'Midnight Robber' is a Caribbean-flavored sci-fi novel following the life of Tan Tan, a young girl living on the planet Toussaint. Forced into exile with her father to the prison planet New Half Way Tree, Tan Tan grows up amidst exotic surroundings, facing hardships and struggles as she navigates her way through a world filled with folklore, adversity, and self-discovery. The plot delves into themes of survival, deception, incest, and patricide, ultimately focusing on Tan Tan's journey towards overcoming her past and shaping her own destiny as the Robber Queen.

    The novel is praised for its rich world-building, unique writing style, and the psychological depth of its protagonist, Tan Tan. Readers appreciate the blending of sci-fi elements with Caribbean folklore, the complex character development, and the exploration of themes such as resilience, folklore, and the power of storytelling. Despite the dark and challenging aspects of the story, the book is commended for its ability to captivate readers and offer a thought-provoking narrative that goes beyond traditional genre conventions.

    “Yes, Compère,” the runner said through a mouthful of betel nut. She set off, and every slap her two feet-them in their alpagat sandals slapped against the ground, it sounded to Antonio like “Quashee-...

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