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Children of Time by Adrian Tchaikovsky
informative
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Great science fiction for a man to have written. Fun idea at the heart of the plot carried to an epic conclusion. This book stands on its own if you don't want to read the entire series.
A Desolation Called Peace by Arkady Martine
adventurous
challenging
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Epic conclusion to the doulogy Arkady Martine began with A Memory called Empire.
Really cool how threads from the first book come to matter as the futuristic Mayan Empire in space confronts an enemy it can't communicate with.
Really cool how threads from the first book come to matter as the futuristic Mayan Empire in space confronts an enemy it can't communicate with.
Content Warnings
Minor: Xenophobia
The World We Make by N.K. Jemisin
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Brilliant sequel that brings this doulogy home. I respect and love a sequel that could have been a trilogy but the author has restraint and keeps the story where it should be.
If you loved The City We Became this story goes deep into the mythos and brings everyone to an epic conclusion.
If you loved The City We Became this story goes deep into the mythos and brings everyone to an epic conclusion.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence and Police brutality
Minor: Drug abuse
The City We Became by N.K. Jemisin
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Incredible start to a doulogy. Hilarious but profound modern fantasy. I recommend it to everyone.
Content Warnings
Minor: Addiction, Drug use, Racism, and Police brutality
The Deluge by Stephen Markley
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Amazing book blending sci-fi and climate change realities. Their journey is beautifully orchestrated. It brings you in and takes you on an epic journey.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Drug use, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicide, Forced institutionalization, Mass/school shootings, and Suicide attempt
A Memory Called Empire by Arkady Martine
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Everyone who loves sci-fi in my life loves this book when they read it