With thirty-two speculative stories, ‘Africa Risen’ is a diverse collection that had a mix of hits and misses for me.
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September 2024 Monthly Spotlight
As autumn creeps in, this month’s new releases cater to those seeking the comfort of cosy tales and the thrill of spooky reads. However, for those not ready to let go of summer just yet, there are also some fun reads to keep the summer vibes alive a little longer. Here are my picks of promising releases for all types of readers:
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A MASTER OF DJINN by P. Djèlí Clark
‘A Master of Djinn’ delivers a fun blend of fantasy, science fiction, mystery and action in an alternate 1912 Cairo.
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THE CITY OF BRASS by S.A. Chakraborty
‘The City of Brass’ had so much promise, but the drawn-out, confusing execution and numerous YA tropes gradually smothered my interest.
August 2024 Monthly Spotlight
The summer holidays are here, and whether you are gearing up for thrilling adventures or looking forward to lazy days, why not let one of these exciting new releases keep you company?
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THE OBELISK GATE by N.K. Jemisin
‘The Obelisk Gate’ brilliantly expands on the foundation set in The Fifth Season, but I did not find it as gripping.
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SUNBRINGER by Hannah Kaner
‘Sunbringer’ is a terrific sequel that builds upon the events of Godkiller and delivers strong political intrigue.
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THE FIFTH SEASON by N. K. Jemisin
For a book that essentially sets the scene for the rest of the series, ‘The Fifth Season’ was surprisingly gripping!
Similar read: Mistborn: The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson
