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2011 Best of Fiction: Science Fiction and Fantasy (page 2)


Cover art for SPELLBOUND
FICTION
Released: Sept. 1, 2011

"Absolutely not to be missed."
Two magicians seeking escape from a demonic plot fall in love in the second volume of an epic fantasy trilogy. Read full book review >
Cover art for RULE 34
FICTION
Released: July 5, 2011

"Dazzling, chilling and brilliant."
Another detective joins the celebrated ranks of Edinburgh's finest, this one with Stross' distinctive science-fictional twist. Read full book review >
Cover art for EMBASSYTOWN
FICTION
Released: May 17, 2011

"A major intellectual achievement that, despite all difficulties, persuades and enthralls."
A new venture into science fiction from the talented British author (Kraken, 2010, etc.) best known for his extraordinary steampunk-style fantasies. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE QUANTUM THIEF
FICTION
Released: May 1, 2011

"Spectacularly and convincingly inventive, assured and wholly spellbinding: one of the most impressive debuts in years."
A sort of paranoid-conspiracy, hard sci-fi whodunit: the Scotland resident, Finnish author's jaw-dropping debut. Read full book review >