Books

Embassytown

Embassytown by China Mieville

By China Miéville

Smart, intelligent, thought-provoking ideas but not a compelling novel.

The Wise Man's Fear

The Wise Man's Fear by Patrick Rothfuss

By Patrick Rothfuss

In every way a triumph. Rothfuss proves he is without doubt one of the finest fantasy writers currently gracing the genre.

Spellwright

Spellwright by Blake Charlton

By Blake Charlton

Could have been written in 1995 so if you like fantasy of a more traditional style then you'll definitely be a fan.

Among Thieves

Among Thieves by Douglas Hulick

By Douglas Hulick

If action/fantasy with real edge floats your boat then you'd be mad to miss this debut.

Monsters of Men

Monsters of Men by Patrick Ness

By Patrick Ness

A YA novel, albeit one with a rare boldness and level of complexity within the genre.

Winners of the Terry Pratchett Award announced.

The Terry Pratchett Prize

The winners of the inaugural Terry Pratchett Prize are announced.

Generosity

Generosity by Richard Powers

By Richard Powers

A brilliant, fascinating, insightful and compelling book, emotionally deep and intellectually stimulating that asks big questions.

The Dervish House

The Dervish House by Ian McDonald

By Ian McDonald

Another 2011 ACCA nominee, The Dervish House is a fascinating and hugely enjoyable book by a writer of real vision.

Zoo City

Zoo City by Lauren Beukes

By Lauren Beukes

Lauren Buekes walked away from the 2011 Arthur C Clarke Literary Award clutching the winning gong, but did she deserve it?

Declare

Declare by Tim Powers

By Tim Powers

A terrific book; smart, clever, well-written and tremendously interesting but a real Clarke Award contender?

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