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8 SF Novels For People Who Don’t Read Science Fiction

FICTION

ANCILLARY JUSTICE

by Ann Leckie

Leckie’s novel cast of characters serves her well-plotted story nicely. This is an altogether promising debut. Full review >

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SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY

EMBASSYTOWN

by China Miéville

A major intellectual achievement that, despite all difficulties, persuades and enthralls. Full review >

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FICTION

THE MARTIAN

by Andy Weir

Sharp, funny and thrilling, with just the right amount of geekery. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

THE MARROW THIEVES

by Cherie Dimaline

A dystopian world that is all too real and that has much to say about our own. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

CATFISHING ON CATNET

by Naomi Kritzer

Wickedly funny and thrilling in turns; perfect for readers coming-of-age online. Full review >

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