SciFi Books to read this Fall
Fall weather is just around the corner! Need to add a futuristic novel (or two) to your TBR list? Our Hidden Gems ARC readers loved the following scifi books, and we bet you will, too.
Endless Winter: Part Two by Riley Miller & Grace Hamilton
With 150+ ratings and a 4.5 star average, Endless Winter: Part Two is is the finale of the Endless Winter series, which follows Jarred and Fiona as they and their family navigate an ice age of apocalyptic proportions.
Michelle V. explains in her five star Amazon review, “Endless Winter: Part Two is a page turning read with an ‘it could really happen’ storyline that caught my attention from the first page until the last. The writing is well done and the story has strong and well developed characters, intrigue, suspense, danger, and so much more. I love reading post-apocalyptic survival stories and these authors write the best. I can’t wait to read the next book by this talented author duo…”
“After reading Part One I pre-ordered Part 2. Normally I don’t find these types of post-apocalyptic novels very realistic but these two exceeded my expectations,” Satyrman63 concurs in his five star Amazon review. “The characters are real, ‘normal’ people, not ex-military or paramilitary, not survivalists, so on. Bad things happen to them, they work their way out of many problems. People are lost, people are hurt. As Part Two ended to my satisfaction, it certainly sets up a Part Three. I hope that is on the drawing board.”
Komodo by Cairo Smith
With 10+ ratings and an impressive 4.9 star average, Komodo is a scifi, interplanetary adventure that will leave you breathless.
“Psychologically deep characters, a riveting story, crackling tension and a richly layered world make this a must-read. Outstanding storytelling, nuanced and thought-provoking. Highly recommended,” Ava raves in her five star Amazon review.
Tamas H. concurs in their five star Amazon review, “If you’re as big a fan of John Scalzi and Andy Weir as I am, you will wanna dive head first into Cairo Smith’s assuredly voiced, genre bending debut novel. Propelled by crisp dialog and blazing action, Komodo is set in a richly drawn world of distant planets, ensnarled in the political intrigue of a space age bourgeoisie, with its colonies home to hired guns, tech bros, galactic hackers, and warriors from mystical tribes…
What follows is an intergalactic caper with the visceral pacing of a must-binge streaming series… As the story races to its gut churning finale, the reader is left with the uneasy feeling that though Komodo’s world is lightyears away, it may be outside our very front doors at any moment.”
Shattered Time by Christopher Coates
With 80+ ratings and a 4.3 star average, Shattered Time is full of time travel, alternate realities, and global wars.
James J. writes in his five star Amazon review, “This is a unique type of time travel adventure there is a central storyline that is used in many other time travel novels and that is when people travel to the past their actions can alter the future and this one is a huge example of that. Three teenagers with links to aliens from the future are tasked with stopping the alternate timeline and that’s when the fun begins. A very interesting story. I highly recommend this book.”
Cindy B. concurs in her five star Amazon review, “The author weaves a story of the ramifications of time travel. The storyline interweaves the creators of the time travel that significantly alters the future as we know it, a team sent to stop the creators from using the time travel, and those desperate to keep their future from disappearing forever. It’s fast-paced action made me want to turn the next page!”
Rise of the Phoenix by Sara Richards
With 60+ ratings and a 4.6 star average, Rise of the Phoenix is the first of the City of Gods series, with a superhero protagonist that will keep readers turning the pages.
Brett P. explains in his five star Amazon review, “Rise of the Phoenix…is a good blend of superhero drama, time travel, and epic love that will captivate readers from the first page to the last. Richards masterfully weaves a tale of redemption and peril as Harry, burdened by his catastrophic mistake, embarks on a desperate mission to rewrite history. The tension escalates with each twist and turn. Fans of dystopian sci-fi will appreciate the dark visions of the future and the high stakes that keep the narrative thrilling. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves time travel, superpowers, and heart-stopping adventure.”
In their five star Amazon review, Strongbad raves, “Rise of the Phoenix is a truly amazing fantasy sci-fi adventure. Harry and Nadia are very likable characters you find yourself rooting for through their struggles and battles. The backdrop of a dystopian NYC sets a unique story of time travel, reality bending, and superhuman battles that did not fail to entertain all the way through.”
Win Condition by Libby Schultz
With almost 10 ratings and an astounding 5 star average, Win Condition is a scifi thriller with sentient AI, lethal games, and the fight for humanity.
“Win Condition is an impressive debut novel by a talented author with a strong vision of a futuristic techno world,” Jon H. writes in his five star Amazon review. “It’s a fast paced thriller where cryptocurrency is worshipped with religious fervor and the most talented gaming champions are elevated to hero status. A group of unlikely allies seek to take down the island of Char’s ruthless leader, but with dangerous stakes involved and layers of political maneuverings to peel back, the author keeps the reader on their toes as to who will succeed. I really enjoyed how well the author imagines the inner workings of such a technologically advanced society. I look forward to her next novel!”
Diesta K. explains in her five star Amazon review, “…The author created an incredibly intricate and detailed world, with characters to match…I would definitely consider this a post-apocalyptic techno thriller, and despite it not being my normal read, really enjoyed it. The book ends, tying up the story very well, but leaves the option for more stories within this universe.”
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