With our list #4, the BEST OF HORROR, SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY 2019, we're almost at the halfway point in our BEST OF 2019 series. For this category, Quail Ridge Books staff selected books which eloquently capture the beauty in the strange, the dark, and the magical.
BEST OF HORROR, SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY OF 2019
Jon says, “Evenson blurs the lines between “genre” and “literary” fiction. His stories are, at once, insightful and sensational. He's witty, dark and observant—one of my favorite authors, full-stop. This may be his most refined and accessible work to date. Highly, highly, highly recommended.”
Kaley says, “This is an atmospheric novel with a fascinating new take on the portal trope. Every character was written so thoughtfully, even (perhaps especially) its villain. Ultimately, a beautiful exploration of other worlds, the importance of words, and what happens when you challenge power.”
Ginger says, “This book has everything: time travel shenanigans; enemies to lovers trope; technology vs nature; extremely beautiful language; and a title that sounds like a doctor who fanfic.”
Amber says, “There was no way to anticipate this unexpectedly amazing story about a domesticated crow and his bloodhound best friend navigating a zombie apocalypse in Seattle, but I was in no way disappointed. Buxton's debut novel is one that sticks with its reader in a way I didn't predict, and I found myself laughing, crying, and craving Cheetos along with this bird at every turn. It is at times scary, at times hilarious, and very often poignant. I know it seems like a niche read, but read it anyway!”
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