Rainbows End by Vernor Vinge: Review
Vernor Vinge's 2006 book Rainbows End constitutes a veritable cornucopia of dazzling ideas about where Web 2.0 technologies could lead humanity.
Gardens of the Moon by Steven Erikson: Review
Gardens of the Moon is a remarkable book and a must-read for the more advanced fantasy fans amongst us. But it's a flawed novel.
Consider Phlebas by Iain M. Banks: Review
Read 24 years after it was first published in 1987, it is apparent that Consider Phlebas is what might be termed a flawed gem of modern science fiction.
The Primal Hunter by Zogarth: Review
Pretentious high fantasy it ain't, but if you can look beyond Zogarth's obsessive tabling of his protagonists' stats, you'll find highly satisfying fantasy fare that anyone can love.
The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson: Review
The Stormlight Archive is a series that every fantasy fan should read and be familiar with. The Way of Kings represents a stellar start to that series.