Category Archives: Sci Fi

“Six Moon Dance” by Sherri S. Tepper

Posted on February 18, 2013 by

Last year, I discovered Sherri S. Tepper’s novel “Singer From the Sea.”  It was one of the most bizarre books that I’ve ever read, and I described it in my review as a amalgamation of Dune, Fern Gully, and A Handmaid’s Tale. … Continue reading →

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“Katya’s World” by Jonathan L. Howard

Posted on January 7, 2013 by

I received a copy of Jonathan Howard’s novel “Katya’s World” from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.  It is one of the first books books released through Strange Chemistry, Angry Robot’s new YA imprint.  Based on this book, … Continue reading →

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“Mind of My Mind” by Octavia Butler

Posted on October 2, 2012 by

“Mind of My Mind” is the second book in Octavia Butler’s Patternist series (chronologically, at any rate).  It works as a standalone, so don’t sweat it if you pick this one up first. In Wild Seed, we were introduced to … Continue reading →

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“Among Others” by Jo Walton

Posted on September 18, 2012 by

Over the past few months, many of you have recommended that I read “Among Others” by Jo Walton, both because of the magical and ethereal atmosphere and the numerous references to science fiction and fantasy novels.  I borrowed a copy … Continue reading →

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“Tarnsman of Gor” by John Norman

Posted on September 12, 2012 by

When I picked up this book, I wasn’t quite sure to expect.  The reviews that I had read before buying it were a mixture of outraged feminists, nostalgic reminiscences, and people pointing out the predictability of the plot.  It sounded … Continue reading →

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