Kakistocracy by Alex Shvartsman is a fun sequel to The Middling Affliction. Conrad Brent is back and as snarky as ever. Highly recommended.
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Review: Emergent Properties
Emergent Properties by Aimee Ogden features an AI investigating corporate machinations while caught between zir powerful, feuding mothers. This novella is fun, fast, and contemplates being your own person in the face of expectations. Recommended.
Spaceship Design on Imaginary Worlds Podcast
Spaceship Design on Imaginary Worlds Podcast Recently, I got the opportunity to discuss spaceship design on the excellent podcast, Imaginary Worlds. Eric Molinsky conducts NPR style shows about science fiction and fantasy topics. It’s an interesting podcast, and I’ve listened to a number of episodes. Eric does an excellent job, and it’s worth listening to … Continue reading Spaceship Design on Imaginary Worlds Podcast
Review: The Deep Sky
The Deep Sky by Yume Kitasei combines a compelling mystery with interesting technology, family strife, and lots of bird facts. This science fiction novel rests on excellent world building and is worth your time. Highly recommended.
Review: Pulling the Wings Off Angels
Pulling the Wings Off Angels by K.J. Parker is an excellent novella that will keep you glued to the page. Florio, a thug, is looking for an angel, and he found a man with one in the family. Highly recommended.
Review: The Immortality Thief
The Immortality Thief by Taran Hunt is a fast, fun mix of science fiction and horror. Sean Wren treks through a derelict spaceship in search of data that could reshape the political landscape of the galaxy. Highly recommended.
Review: Notorious Sorcerer
Notorious Sorcerer by Davinia Evans follows Siyon Velo's unique education in alchemy. An act of public magic sets Siyon and Bezim itself on a path towards salvation or armageddon. Highly recommended.
Review: Eversion
Eversion tells the tale of Silas Coade and his many pulp-style adventures. As with any Alistair Reynolds book, there's more going on than meets the eye. Will Coade and crew ever reach the mysterious Edifice?
Review: Daughter of Redwinter
Ed McDonald's Daughter of Redwinter blew me away. This slim fantasy novel is packed with action, magic, and mystery while giving readers characters to root for, to care for, and to hope for. Highly recommended.
Review: January Fifteenth
January Fifteenth by Rachel Swirsky follows four women on the day they receive their universal basic income. These four, richly detailed lives depict the effect of such a bold policy. Highly recommended.