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Gideon the Ninth throws swordplay, necromancy, and gallows humor into a gothic sci-fi blender.
Gideon the Ninth
LGBTQIA+ · Sci-Fi · Travis' Picks · Space Opera
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Gideon the Ninth throws swordplay, necromancy, and gallows humor into a gothic sci-fi blender. Trapped serving her bone-witch nemesis, Gideon joins a lethal trial where immortal power is the prize and betrayal is guaranteed. Sharp, chaotic, and wildly original, this is lesbian necromancers in space doing absolutely nothing the easy way.
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Gideon the Ninth is the first book in the New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Locked Tomb Series, and one of the Best Books of 2019 according to NPR, the New York Public Library, Amazon, BookPage, Shelf Awareness, BookRiot, and Bustle!
WINNER of the 2020 Locus Award and Crawford Award
Finalist for the 2023 Hugo Award for Best Series!
Finalist for the 2020 Hugo, Nebula, Dragon, and World Fantasy Awards
“Unlike anything I’ve ever read. ” —V.E. Schwab
“Lesbian necromancers explore a haunted gothic palace in space!” —Charles Stross
“Deft, tense and atmospheric, compellingly immersive and wildly original.” —The New York Times
The Emperor needs necromancers.
The Ninth Necromancer needs a swordswoman.
Gideon has a sword, some dirty magazines, and no more time for undead nonsense.
Tamsyn Muir’s Gideon the Ninth unveils a solar system of swordplay, cut-throat politics, and lesbian necromancers. Her characters leap off the page, as skillfully animated as arcane revenants. The result is a heart-pounding epic science fantasy.
Brought up by unfriendly, ossifying nuns, ancient retainers, and countless skeletons, Gideon is ready to abandon a life of servitude and an afterlife as a reanimated corpse. She packs up her sword, her shoes, and her dirty magazines, and prepares to launch her daring escape. But her childhood nemesis won’t set her free without a service.
Harrowhark Nonagesimus, Reverend Daughter of the Ninth House and bone witch extraordinaire, has been summoned into action. The Emperor has invited the heirs to each of his loyal Houses to a deadly trial of wits and skill. If Harrowhark succeeds she will be become an immortal, all-powerful servant of the Resurrection, but no necromancer can ascend without their cavalier. Without Gideon’s sword, Harrow will fail, and the Ninth House will die.
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On an island where objects vanish from memory—and existence—the Memory Police ensure the forgotten stay forgotten.
The Memory Police
Dystopian · Sci-Fi
Our take
On an island where objects vanish from memory—and existence—the Memory Police ensure the forgotten stay forgotten. The Memory Police by Yoko Ogawa is a haunting, award-winning dystopian novel about resistance, repression, and the power of memory. Finalist for the International Booker Prize, with 4.0 stars on Amazon and 112,000+ Goodreads ratings. One of the year’s most celebrated novels—read it now.
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Finalist for the International Booker Prize and the National Book Award
A haunting Orwellian novel about the terrors of state surveillance, from the acclaimed author of The Housekeeper and the Professor.
On an unnamed island, objects are disappearing: first hats, then ribbons, birds, roses. . . . Most of the inhabitants are oblivious to these changes, while those few able to recall the lost objects live in fear of the draconian Memory Police, who are committed to ensuring that what has disappeared remains forgotten. When a young writer discovers that her editor is in danger, she concocts a plan to hide him beneath her floorboards, and together they cling to her writing as the last way of preserving the past. Powerful and provocative, The Memory Police is a stunning novel about the trauma of loss.
ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR
THE NEW YORK TIMES * THE WASHINGTON POST * TIME * CHICAGO TRIBUNE * THE GUARDIAN * ESQUIRE * THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS * FINANCIAL TIMES * LIBRARY JOURNAL * THE A.V. CLUB * KIRKUS REVIEWS * LITERARY HUB
American Book Award winner
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Best for readers who like morally gray characters, superpowers, former friends turned enemies, and dark revenge-driven fantasy.
Vicious
Fantasy · Sci-Fi · Travis' Picks
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Called “Fresh, merciless, and, yes, vicious. Wow.” by Mira Grant, Vicious follows former college roommates Victor and Eli, whose experiments with extraordinary abilities leave them enemies pursuing competing ideas of revenge and justice. Best for readers who like morally gray characters, superpowers, former friends turned enemies, and dark revenge-driven fantasy.
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V. E. Schwab's New York Times bestseller Vicious is a masterful tale of ambition, jealousy, desire, and superpowers.
Victor and Eli started out as college roommates—brilliant, arrogant, lonely boys who recognized the same sharpness and ambition in each other. In their senior year, a shared research interest in adrenaline, near-death experiences, and seemingly supernatural events reveals an intriguing possibility: that under the right conditions, someone could develop extraordinary abilities. But when their thesis moves from the academic to the experimental, things go horribly wrong.
Ten years later, Victor breaks out of prison, determined to catch up to his old friend (now foe), aided by a young girl whose reserved nature obscures a stunning ability. Meanwhile, Eli is on a mission to eradicate every other super-powered person that he can find—aside from his sidekick, an enigmatic woman with an unbreakable will. Armed with terrible power on both sides, driven by the memory of betrayal and loss, the archnemeses have set a course for revenge—but who will be left alive at the end?
In Vicious, V. E. Schwab brings to life a gritty comic-book-style world in vivid prose: a world where gaining superpowers doesn't automatically lead to heroism, and a time when allegiances are called into question.
"A dynamic and original twist on what it means to be a hero and a villain. A killer from page one…highly recommended!" —Jonathan Maberry, New York Times bestselling author of Marvel Universe vs The Avengers and Patient Zero
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Quinn Quicksilver’s ordinary life shatters when a strange force leads him into a deadly chase with government agents.
Quicksilver
Sci-Fi
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Quinn Quicksilver’s ordinary life shatters when a strange force leads him into a deadly chase with government agents. Joined by a psychic and her eccentric grandpa, Quinn races through the desert, uncovering terrifying powers within himself as they’re pursued by a relentless enemy. Survival means embracing his mysterious destiny—before it’s too late.
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#1 New York Times bestselling master of suspense Dean Koontz takes a surprising and exhilarating road trip with a man in pursuit of his strange past—mile by frightening mile.
Quinn Quicksilver was born a mystery—abandoned at three days old on a desert highway in Arizona. Raised in an orphanage, never knowing his parents, Quinn had a happy if unexceptional life. Until the day of “strange magnetism.” It compelled him to drive out to the middle of nowhere. It helped him find a coin worth a lot of money. And it practically saved his life when two government agents showed up in the diner in pursuit of him. Now Quinn is on the run from those agents and who knows what else, fleeing for his life.
During a shoot-out at a forlorn dude ranch, he finally meets his destined companions: Bridget Rainking, a beauty as gifted in foresight as she is with firearms, and her grandpa Sparky, a romance novelist with an unusual past. Bridget knows what it’s like to be Quinn. She’s hunted, too. The only way to stay alive is to keep moving.
Barreling through the Sonoran Desert, the formidable trio is impelled by that same inexplicable magnetism toward the inevitable. With every deeply disturbing mile, something sinister is in the rearview—an enemy that is more than a match for Quinn. Even as he discovers within himself resources that are every bit as scary.
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A deadly virus.
The America Falls Omnibus
Dystopian · Sci-Fi
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A deadly virus. A shattered nation. One man’s fight to survive it all. The America Falls Omnibus by Scott Medbury includes all 11 thrilling books in the bestselling series. With heart-pounding action, high-stakes survival, and a relentless journey across a ruined U.S., this post-apocalyptic epic is a must-read. Ready to binge the full saga? Start now.
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A virus brought America to its knees. Now survival is the only rule.
When a devastating biological attack decimates the U.S., everything Isaac Race had left is torn away again. Alone, hardened by grief and a year of brutal survival, he leaves the ruins of safety behind to search for others in a land gripped by winter—and chaos.
From snowbound New Hampshire peaks to ghostly, crumbling cities, Isaac battles not just the deadly aftermath of the virus, but the invaders who seized what was left. Along the way, he finds allies, enemies, and a new kind of hope forged in fire.
This 10th anniversary edition includes all 11 explosive books in the bestselling America Falls series. Perfect for fans of post-apocalyptic action, survival, and unbreakable heroes.
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Spock is dead.
Captain’s Blood (Star Trek)
Sci-Fi · First Contact · Space Exploration
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Spock is dead. Assassinated on Romulus. The Federation can’t act, so James T. Kirk must. Joined by Jean-Luc Picard, Will Riker, and old friends, Kirk uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to tear the galaxy apart. Star Trek legend William Shatner delivers an epic tale of mystery, war, and sacrifice in this must-read adventure.
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The galaxy stands on the brink of chaos. The Romulan Star Empire is crumbling, and Ambassador Spock’s desperate attempt to reunify his people ends in tragedy—his shocking assassination at a peace rally. With the Federation unable to intervene without igniting war, only one man can uncover the truth: James T. Kirk.
Retired but never out of the fight, Kirk embarks on a dangerous mission to Romulus, aided by Jean-Luc Picard, Will Riker, and a few familiar faces. But as they navigate a web of treachery and war, Kirk discovers a threat greater than anyone imagined—one tied to an enemy from his past and a destiny he never saw coming.
A thrilling Star Trek adventure from William Shatner, this epic saga unites generations to fight for the fate of the galaxy.
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A lawless world.
The Book of Etta
Dystopian · Sci-Fi
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A lawless world. A tyrant’s grip. A woman who refuses to kneel. The Book of Etta by Meg Elison is a fierce dystopian adventure about survival, vengeance, and reclaiming the future. A Philip K. Dick Award nominee with 4.2 stars from over 3,800 Amazon reviews, this gripping sequel will keep you hooked. Start the journey now.
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In a world where women are scarce and survival is brutal, Etta refuses to be caged.
Born in Nowhere, a village of plague survivors, she rejects the sacred role of mother or midwife. Instead, she becomes a scavenger, braving the wastelands for relics of the past. But when slavers capture those she loves, Etta’s mission changes—she will hunt them, free them, and make their captors pay.
Her quest leads her to the stronghold of the Lion, a tyrant who rules with fear and bloodshed. Alone and outmatched, Etta has only her wits, her will, and a desperate need to change the fate of a broken world.
A gripping dystopian tale of survival, vengeance, and the fight for freedom. The future belongs to those who dare to take it.
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The Acorna series reaches its thrilling conclusion!
Acorna’s Triumph
Sci-Fi · Space Opera · Time Travel
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The Acorna series reaches its thrilling conclusion! Acorna has battled slavers and conquered the Khleevi, but now she faces her greatest challenge—saving the love of her life from himself. As the deadly Khleevi return, Acorna must fight to save her people and Aari before it’s too late. A must-read finale from Anne McCaffrey and Elizabeth Ann Scarborough!
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Acorna has fought slavers, conspiracies, and the vicious Khleevi, but nothing could prepare her for this—her beloved Aari is back, but he’s not the same. Distant and changed, he barely remembers her, and worse, his actions grow increasingly sinister.
As Acorna struggles to uncover the truth behind Aari’s transformation, a new threat emerges. The deadly Khleevi, sensing weakness, return with a vengeance, determined to wipe out her people once and for all. With time running out, Acorna must find a way to rescue the man she loves while leading the final battle to save her homeworld.
In this action-packed conclusion to the Acorna series, Anne McCaffrey and Elizabeth Ann Scarborough deliver a thrilling, emotional finale filled with courage, love, and destiny among the stars.
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Interstellar Sheriff is a thrilling, fast-paced space western perfect for fans of strong heroines and galactic adventure.
Space Deputy
Sci-Fi · Space Opera
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Top of her class and still exiled to the worst sector in the galaxy, Thelma Bach isn’t about to roll over. Assigned to the lawless Saloon Sector, she’ll outwit her new sheriff, take down bandits, and prove the core worlders dead wrong. Interstellar Sheriff is a thrilling, fast-paced space western perfect for fans of strong heroines and galactic adventure.
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Welcome to the Saloon Sector, Deputy—try not to break the place.
Thelma Bach graduated top of her class at the Galactic Justice Academy. But as a Rock Sector citizen, she was never meant to succeed. To remind her of her place, the core worlders ship her off to the despised frontier, the lawless Saloon Sector.
They picked the wrong woman to push around.
Determined to prove she belongs, Thelma isn’t about to play nice. She’ll outmaneuver her enigmatic sheriff (who happens to be her Star Marine brother’s old comrade), win over artificial intelligences, take down bandits, and out-negotiate aliens. Surviving her exile won’t be the problem—the real question is whether the Saloon Sector will survive her.
Fast-paced, action-packed, and full of grit, Interstellar Sheriff is a must-read for fans of space westerns and unstoppable heroines.
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A small-town girl.
Obsidian
Romance · Sci-Fi · Teen + Young Adult
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A small-town girl. A secret alien. A chemistry that’s about to explode. Obsidian by Jennifer L. Armentrout is an addictive mix of action, romance, and enemies-to-lovers tension. With 4.4 stars from over 11,000 Amazon reviews, this BookTok favorite will leave you craving more. The Lux series begins here—dive in now.
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Moving to small-town West Virginia was supposed to be boring. Then I met my neighbor.
Daemon Black is infuriating. Arrogant. Too gorgeous for his own good. And 100% not worth my time. But when a stranger attacks me and Daemon literally freezes time with a wave of his hand, my life takes a sharp detour into the impossible.
Daemon is an alien. A ridiculously powerful, ridiculously annoying alien. And now, thanks to his interference, I’m glowing like a human beacon for every enemy in the galaxy. Sticking close to him is my only chance of survival.
Too bad we can’t stand each other.
A sizzling, action-packed romance with jaw-dropping twists, Obsidian is the start of an addictive, out-of-this-world series that will leave you breathless.
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Branded a traitor, Connor wakes from stasis to find himself on a distant, untamed planet with 300,000 colonists hoping for salvation.
Genesis
Sci-Fi · Military Sci-Fi · Space Exploration
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Branded a traitor, Connor wakes from stasis to find himself on a distant, untamed planet with 300,000 colonists hoping for salvation. But the new world hides treacherous secrets, and the mission that brought them here is steeped in lies. As danger closes in, Connor must fight to protect humanity’s fragile second chance—or watch it unravel.
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A mission gone wrong leaves Connor branded a traitor and thrust into stasis aboard Earth’s first interstellar colony ship, unprepared for what’s next.
For 300,000 hopeful colonists, this journey promises a fresh start. For Connor, it’s a second chance to prove his worth—if he can survive.
As they reach a new world filled with unknown dangers, Connor uncovers a chilling truth: the mission is far from what it seemed. Shadows of Earth’s mistakes linger, and survival demands more than anyone expected.
With the colony’s future hanging by a thread, Connor must become the unlikely hero they need—or risk losing everything.
In a world of shifting loyalties and hidden threats, will Connor’s redemption cost him his humanity?
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Perfect for readers of Marko Kloos and Tanya Huff.
Planetside
Sci-Fi · Space Exploration
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A missing soldier. A war-torn planet. A conspiracy buried under enemy fire. Colonel Carl Butler is sent to investigate—but the deeper he digs, the deadlier the truth becomes. Explosive and razor-sharp, Planetside is a must-read for military sci-fi fans. Perfect for readers of Marko Kloos and Tanya Huff. Get your copy today!
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“Planetside is a smart and fast-paced blend of mystery and boots-in-the-dirt military SF that reads like a high-speed collision between Courage Under Fire and Heart of Darkness.” – Marko Kloos, bestselling author of the Frontline series
A seasoned military officer uncovers a deadly conspiracy on a distant, war-torn planet…
War heroes aren't usually called out of semi-retirement and sent to the far reaches of the galaxy for a routine investigation. So when Colonel Carl Butler answers the call from an old and powerful friend, he knows it's something big—and he's not being told the whole story. A high councilor's son has gone MIA out of Cappa Base, the space station orbiting a battle-ravaged planet. The young lieutenant had been wounded and evacuated—but there's no record of him having ever arrived at hospital command.
The colonel quickly finds Cappa Base to be a labyrinth of dead ends and sabotage: the hospital commander stonewalls him, the Special Ops leader won't come off the planet, witnesses go missing, radar data disappears, and that’s before he encounters the alien enemy. Butler has no choice but to drop down onto a hostile planet—because someone is using the war zone as a cover. The answers are there—Butler just has to make it back alive…
“Not just for military SF fans—although military SF fans will love it—Planetsideis an amazing debut novel, and I’m looking forward to what Mammay writes next.” – Tanya Huff, author of the Confederation and Peacekeeper series
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