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11 SFF Novels That Are Out of This World

FICTION

IMMORTAL PLEASURES

by V. Castro

An engrossing tale of monstrous life—human and otherwise. Full review >

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FICTION

THE STARS TOO FONDLY

by Emily Hamilton

Love finds you in the least expected places, even in other galaxies. Full review >

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FICTION

JUMPNAUTS

by Hao Jingfang ; translated by Ken Liu

A deeply philosophical and thought-provoking story of humankind’s search for its destiny in the cosmos. Full review >

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FICTION

THE WINGS UPON HER BACK

by Samantha Mills

An absolute must-read—to paraphrase a line from the novel, fantasy fans will find themselves in literary heaven. Full review >

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FICTION

THE MARS HOUSE

by Natasha Pulley

Full of charming details and gender-bending gallantry, this imaginative thriller is a pleasure to read. Full review >

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SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY

MOONBOUND

by Robin Sloan

An expansive adventure that blends fantasy and SF to address one of the most pressing issues of our time. Full review >

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