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• Theory of Bastards

  Schulman, Audrey, 1963-

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  This thought-provoking and compelling science fiction novel will appeal to readers who enjoyed The Power, Naomi Alderman's extraordinary and visceral novel. Both of these works of literary fiction delve into genetics and "human 2.0" themes.

• The Handmaid's Tale

  Atwood, Margaret, 1939-

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  Readers who enjoyed The Power by Naomi Alderman, should definitely read this award-winning contemporary classic of gender dystopian fiction. Both of these works of social science fiction delve into a world turned upside down by a drastic change that…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Ninth Hour

  McDermott, Alice

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  After saving the life of a young mother and her child, Sister St. Savior of the order of The Little Nursing Sisters of the Sick Poor, proves instrumental in guiding their destinies. This lyrical and moving novel will appeal to readers who enjoyed…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Race for Paris

  a Novel

  Clayton, Meg Waite,

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  Readers who enjoyed Manhattan Beach by Jennifer Egan should have a look at this novel. Both of these richly detailed historical novels, set during World War II, tell the story of ambitious women determined to pursue male-dominated careers.

• Fool's Assassin

  Hobb, Robin

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  If you like the novels of Patrick Rothfuss, check out the Fitz and the Fool trilogy. Robin Hobb's atmospheric and character-driven fantasy adventures are leisurely paced. She has a fondness for mystery, ambiguity, and agonizing human dramas within…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Blood Song

  Ryan, Anthony

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  Fans of Patrick Rothfuss' Kingkiller Chronicles may also enjoy the Raven's Shadow novels. Both tales are sweeping epic fantasies featuring compelling coming-of-age stories with atmospheric writing, intricate plots, and richly detailed world building.

• World War Z

  An Oral History of the Zombie War

  Brooks, Max

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  Readers who enjoyed the bleak and menacing apocalyptic tale, The Passage by Justin Cronin, may want to check out this tale of the Zombie apocalypse. This fast-paced and gruesome novel examines the personal, social, and political consequences of a…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Freedom of the Mask

  McCammon, Robert R.

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  If you enjoy the atmospheric and richly textured writing of Justin Cronin, try the novels of Robert R. McCammon. Both of these authors write sweeping and intricately plotted, character-driven fiction in tales of survival amidst overwhelming carnage.

• Calypso

  Sedaris, David

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  Fans of the humour of Seinfeld, may also enjoy the amusing writing of David Sedaris. In this collection, he recounts his adventures in buying a vacation home. Honest, vital and humorous, this author finds laughter in all the dark places.

• One More Thing

  Stories and Other Stories

  Novak, B. J., 1979-

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  If the TV show Seinfeld is your thing, take a look at the fun and funny short stories in this debut collection by B.J. Novak, a writer for the television series "The Office".