Review: The House of Binding Thorns by Aliette de Bodard
Complex, creative, and diverse, THE HOUSE OF BINDING THORNS is an impressive sequel that tugged on my heartstrings and made me think deeply about racial and cultural politics.
Complex, creative, and diverse, THE HOUSE OF BINDING THORNS is an impressive sequel that tugged on my heartstrings and made me think deeply about racial and cultural politics.
Malinda Lo’s HUNTRESS is great if you’re looking for a slight twist on more traditional YA fantasy fare, but don’t expect too much in the way of world building.
JONESY VOL. 1 is a clever, diverse graphic novel that’s full of heart and humour. Fans of comics and newcomers alike will find something to love here.
If the phrase “weird western” makes your ears perk up, or if you’re interested in reading YA fantasy featuring a trans character, then Lila Bowen’s The Shadow series is for you.
Darkly funny, atmospheric, and diverse, Mishell Baker’s BORDERLINE is the first book in a whip-smart urban fantasy series set in Los Angeles.
Merri Haskell’s HANDBOOK FOR DRAGON SLAYERS is a sweet story about going on adventures that test your limits, appreciating the people who love you, and accepting yourself.
Nnedi Okorafor’s standalone sci-fi novel LAGOON is a challenging, thought-provoking examination of humanity vis-à-vis alien contact set in Nigeria.
A funny, diverse story full of heart, THE BACKSTAGERS #1 marks the beginning of an exciting new series. Perfect for fans of Lumberjanes and newcomers to comics alike!
Gorgeous and utterly heart wrenching, Jacqueline Carey’s MIRANDA AND CALIBAN is a must-read for fans of fantasy and classic literature alike.
ISLAND OF EXILES introduces a new, wholly original YA fantasy series set in the desert. With diverse characters, complex world building, and adorable romances, what’s not to love?
The Fantastically Diverse Readathon is hosted by Uma from Books, Bags, Burgers, and it aims to encourage reading and discussing more diverse fantasy novels!
THE THREE BODY PROBLEM is a much-lauded Chinese science fiction novel beloved by many, but I found it dense and unfortunately uninteresting.
MONSTRESS VOL. 1 is a dark, complex comic set in 20th century Asia that introduces a world of magical beings, witchy nuns, and the fight for a young woman’s very soul.
Becky Chambers’ debut novel is easily one of the most charming and heartwarming stories I’ve read this year – and it’s also one of the most creative.
Complex and challenging, short story anthology INVISIBLE PLANETS is a must-read for fans of science fiction and anyone who wants to expand their reading horizons.
By turns dark and beautiful, bloody and strangely sweet, CERTAIN DARK THINGS is the vampire story – completely reimagined. One of my favourites of 2016!
Megan Crewe’s Japanese-inspired YA fantasy A MORTAL SONG hits a number of right notes, but overall it didn’t strike a chord with me.
Beth Cato introduces a gritty, steampunk-inspired version of 20th century San Francisco in BREATH OF EARTH, the first book in a new series.
Politics, social commentary, and (of course) magical murder collide in ONCE BROKEN FAITH, the latest book in the beloved October Daye series.
Brujas, badassery, and ladies who love ladies combine to make LABYRINTH LOST a must-read for fans of YA fantasy and diverse books.
EVERY HEART A DOORWAY is the answer to “what happens after?” for classic portal fantasy stories. Can people ever really go home again, and what is home, anyway?
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