Tim Winton’s new novel Juice is being compared to the post-apocalyptic Station Eleven and The Road
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For science fiction enthusiasts, this month offers a plethora of enticing reads. Notable mentions include a climate change dystopian epic from Tim Winton, time travel adventures from Alan Moore, and a chilling narrative of a mysterious plant on a remote island by J. Lincoln Fenn. With spooky sci-fi options and the annual revisiting of Shirley Jackson’s works in October, the literary landscape is vibrant.
Emily Wilson, our esteemed sci-fi columnist, describes Winton’s latest offering as “stunning”, drawing parallels to acclaimed works like Station Eleven and The Road, making it a compelling choice for readers.
Are you ready to embark on a journey to Mercury, hidden sanctuaries, or even space with unconventional reimaginings of classic tales? The literary realm promises an array of adventures waiting to captivate your imagination.
Vocabulary List:
- Dystopian /dɪˈstoʊpiən/ (adjective): Relating to an imagined state or society where there is great suffering or injustice.
- Chilling /ˈtʃɪlɪŋ/ (adjective): Causing great fright or unease; frightening or disturbing.
- Enticing /ɪnˈtaɪsɪŋ/ (adjective): Attractive or tempting; alluring.
- Compelling /kəmˈpɛlɪŋ/ (adjective): Evoking interest attention or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way.
- Reimagining /ˌriː.ɪˈmædʒ.ɪn.ɪŋ/ (verb): To reinterpret or rethink something in a new or creative way.
- Vibrant /ˈvaɪbrənt/ (adjective): Full of energy and enthusiasm; bright and striking.
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