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Science Fiction (Sci-fi) can give writers a way to explore ideas about the future, technology, and the relationship between technology and people. These novels involve taking a concept which already exists—such as space travel, AI, or modern medicine—and exploring its possibilities even further. Science fiction can take place in the world we know, in an alternate world, in the present day, in the future, or even in the past
An alien comes to Earth expecting the worst of humanity. Instead, he discovers poetry, peanut butter, and a few reasons to stick around. Matt Haig’s The Humans is a funny, feel-good read with some thoughtful reminders about what makes life worth living.
I finally read the book that seemed to be everywhere: Project Hail Mary.
With a 4.5+ average on Goodreads and StoryGraph, a huge movie adaptation on the horizon, and plenty of enthusiastic recommendations, I had some pretty high expectations.
So… did Andy Weir’s space adventure live up to the hype?
My answer is a little more complicated than yes or no. I’m sharing what worked for me, what fell flat, and how the experience reminded me why sometimes we need to read a book for ourselves rather than for everyone else’s expectations.
Read my Project Hail Mary review →
Why read science fiction? ‘Cause it’s fun! But seriously, sci-fi pushes the envelope of what might be possible. It is inspiring at times & terrifying at others.
I picked up The Last Murder at the End of the World because the cover caught my eye, the premise intrigued me, and I already knew I liked Stuart Turton’s strange, twisty storytelling. What I didn’t expect was a layered science fiction mystery that would leave me thinking about humanity, purpose, community, and the value of every life.
And honestly? I think this book is way underhyped.
I’ve shared my full review, including why I think you should read it, who might want to skip it, the cover details that convinced me to buy it, and the very specific reading challenge that sent me in the wrong direction.
The shortest book I’ve wanted to read twice.
Some books are entertaining.
Some books linger.
*This Is How You Lose the Time War* somehow manages both in under 200 pages. My newest review explores why this poetic time travel romance challenged me, surprised me, and left me wanting to start again from page one.
If you’ve ever wondered whether a difficult book can also be deeply rewarding, this one’s for you.
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Pines by Blake Crouch is a fast-paced sci-fi horror thriller packed with paranoia, mystery, survival themes, and eerie small-town tension.
Step into House of Leaves, the cult classic horror puzzle. Is it worth the hype—or just a headache? My honest review explores both.
Never Let Me Go is written like a memoir, but through vignettes of a person’s life calls humanity into question. You’ll be haunted by the echoes for a long time