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re: SciFi / Fantasy suggestions
Posted on 11/20/17 at 11:18 am to StrongBackWeakMind
Posted on 11/20/17 at 11:18 am to StrongBackWeakMind
The Imager Portfolio by L.E. Modessit, Jr.
11 books in the series, and I'm really hoping that Assassin's Price wasn't the last one. The first three (pictured above) are my favorites. Be advised the first book serves to set the background for the rest of the series, and thus goes into great detail about the setting.
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11 books in the series, and I'm really hoping that Assassin's Price wasn't the last one. The first three (pictured above) are my favorites. Be advised the first book serves to set the background for the rest of the series, and thus goes into great detail about the setting.
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Posted on 11/20/17 at 8:44 pm to StrongBackWeakMind
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The Mote in God's Eye
Fantastic book, one of my favorites. I also enjoyed The Gripping Hand (sequel).
Haven't seen any mention of Asimov, e.g Foundation series or Robots of Dawn.
Also The Chronicles of Amber by Roger Zelazney and the Elric of Melnibone series by Michael Moorcock (one of my all-time favorite fantasy series).
Posted on 11/21/17 at 3:25 pm to MSMHater
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The first 2 Hyperion books
I loved that series. The first book is so awesome.
Edit: Also Redshirts by John Scalzi (Old Man's War) is probably the best book I have ever read.
This post was edited on 11/21/17 at 3:27 pm
Posted on 11/21/17 at 9:43 pm to StrongBackWeakMind
Dresden Files
The Iron Druid Chronicles
Rivers of London series
Alex Verus series
The Iron Druid Chronicles
Rivers of London series
Alex Verus series
Posted on 11/22/17 at 12:37 pm to StrongBackWeakMind
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The Forever War
Has anyone ever read Forever Peace and Forever Free?
As I understand it, Forever Peace isn't exactly a direct sequel, while Free is.
Just wondering if it would be worth the time.
Posted on 11/22/17 at 1:21 pm to StrongBackWeakMind
My favorite book ever is The Starmaker by Olaf Stapledon. Arthur C Clark referred to it as "possibly the greatest work of imagination ever."
I am currently reading "The Three Body Problem" by Cixin Liu. I'm enjoying it so far, but I need to finish it before I can give a real evaluation.
I am currently reading "The Three Body Problem" by Cixin Liu. I'm enjoying it so far, but I need to finish it before I can give a real evaluation.
Posted on 11/25/17 at 4:48 pm to StrongBackWeakMind
Not sure if it qualifies for the genres your talking about but, A Clash of Eagles trilogy was great. Written by Alan Smale
Alternate history
Rome still surviving around the year 1200 AD and Rome’s ventures into the Americas/ conflicts with natives
Alternate history
Rome still surviving around the year 1200 AD and Rome’s ventures into the Americas/ conflicts with natives
Posted on 12/4/17 at 3:39 pm to bounty9
If you like fast/fun military space SciFi, B.V. Larson's Undying Mercenary series (currently 8 books) is good.
It follows a space marine and a cast of recurring characters. It's the near-distant future, soldiers have their consciousness uploaded, when they die - usually on a hostile alien planet - their body is remade in a machine with their updated consciouness. The books remind me a lot of Clive Cussler's Dirk Pitt books.
It follows a space marine and a cast of recurring characters. It's the near-distant future, soldiers have their consciousness uploaded, when they die - usually on a hostile alien planet - their body is remade in a machine with their updated consciouness. The books remind me a lot of Clive Cussler's Dirk Pitt books.
Posted on 12/4/17 at 3:45 pm to StrongBackWeakMind
Currently going through The Lost Fleet series. Not the best, but it's entertaining.
Posted on 12/4/17 at 3:49 pm to CAD703X
quote:I read A Fire Upon the Deep by Verner Vinge. Loved it. After I finish this Lost Fleet series, I circle back to that series.
bumping this thread to see if anyone has read the suggestions posted
Posted on 12/7/17 at 10:09 am to StrongBackWeakMind
Some great suggestions on here. I would like to add a few that I didn't see:
The Matador Series - Steve Perry (First book is The Man Who Never Missed - but The Musashi Flex and The 97th Step are prequels. Enjoyed all of those books. Light "action" sci-fi mixed with martial arts. Just fun. Nothing heavy.)
Liege Killer - Christopher Hinz (Book 1 of the Paratwa Saga)
Star of the Guardians - Margaret Weis (space opera series I read in high school - still good)
Armor - John Steakley
I would echo all of the previous posts about Dan Simmons' HYPERION SERIES - this is the "high literature" of sci-fi in my humble opinion.
Also good recommendations on Old Man's War and The Forever War. Check those out for sure.
The Matador Series - Steve Perry (First book is The Man Who Never Missed - but The Musashi Flex and The 97th Step are prequels. Enjoyed all of those books. Light "action" sci-fi mixed with martial arts. Just fun. Nothing heavy.)
Liege Killer - Christopher Hinz (Book 1 of the Paratwa Saga)
Star of the Guardians - Margaret Weis (space opera series I read in high school - still good)
Armor - John Steakley
I would echo all of the previous posts about Dan Simmons' HYPERION SERIES - this is the "high literature" of sci-fi in my humble opinion.
Also good recommendations on Old Man's War and The Forever War. Check those out for sure.
Posted on 12/7/17 at 10:35 am to MrFelixx
quote:This definitely has my attention. I love martial arts and I've read the Books of Five Rings a few times.
The Matador Series - Steve Perry (First book is The Man Who Never Missed - but The Musashi Flex and The 97th Step are prequels. Enjoyed all of those books. Light "action" sci-fi mixed with martial arts. Just fun. Nothing heavy.)
Posted on 12/11/17 at 1:24 pm to StrongBackWeakMind
You should definitely check out Perry's MATADOR series then. You'll probably enjoy it. Lot of combat & martial "philosophy" in a sci-fi setting.
That being said, if you like those, you'll really enjoy the LIEGE KILLER and ARMOR books, too. Happy reading!
That being said, if you like those, you'll really enjoy the LIEGE KILLER and ARMOR books, too. Happy reading!
Posted on 12/11/17 at 4:15 pm to StrongBackWeakMind
I have read the entire Ender's game saga and continue to read every book Orson Scott Card writes in this universe.
i have also read another book that he wrote called Treason. It's more of an epic. It was also really good.
i have also read another book that he wrote called Treason. It's more of an epic. It was also really good.
Posted on 12/11/17 at 4:18 pm to StrongBackWeakMind
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Old Man's War
This is a good series!
Posted on 12/11/17 at 6:17 pm to MrFelixx
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I would echo all of the previous posts about Dan Simmons' HYPERION SERIES - this is the "high literature" of sci-fi in my humble opinion.
Given the high praise I’ve seen on here, plus the countless other reviews I’ve read, I’ve decided I’m going to read this next.
I just finished reading Forever War for the second time. First time I read it was over 15 years ago. I heard they may be making a movie out of it, so I wanted to read it again.
I’ve never read any of the Hyperion books. I’m excited to dive into it.
This post was edited on 12/11/17 at 6:27 pm
Posted on 12/12/17 at 9:21 am to PillageUrVillage
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I would echo all of the previous posts about Dan Simmons' HYPERION SERIES - this is the "high literature" of sci-fi in my humble opinion.
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I’ve decided I’m going to read this next
Admittedly, the prose is beautiful and the historical literary references to **spoiler** are incredibly well done.
But he gets long winded at times. Not Rothfusss long winded, where entire chapters are dedicated to ridiculousness. But he knows he's a good wordsmith, and isn't afraid to show off at times.
So push through those slow times. The world he built and the concepts and lore behind it are really good.
This post was edited on 12/12/17 at 9:23 am
Posted on 12/12/17 at 9:46 am to MSMHater
Someone was cutting onions when I was reading Sol Weintraub's story.
Posted on 12/12/17 at 9:47 am to MrFelixx
quote:I would include Lord of Light in this category, as well.
"high literature" of sci-fi
This post was edited on 12/12/17 at 9:48 am
Posted on 12/12/17 at 9:50 am to StrongBackWeakMind
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Someone was cutting onions when I was reading Sol Weintraub's story.
I was so frustrated with myself for not figuring out who Rachel was until it was revealed.
I had a very love/hate feeling for the poet, which I'm sure was intentional by the author.
And I loved Kassad and Moneta's story, and all the revelations that it brought to light.
This post was edited on 12/12/17 at 9:51 am
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