Speaking again of Tor Books, the winner for best novel in the 2011 Nebula Awards has been announced!
Among Others by Jo Walton
Published by Tor
Startling, unusual, and yet irresistibly readable, Among Others is at once the compelling story of a young woman struggling to escape a troubled childhood, a brilliant diary of first encounters with the great novels of modern fantasy and SF, and a spellbinding tale of escape from ancient enchantment.
Raised by a half-mad mother who dabbled in magic, Morwenna Phelps found refuge in two worlds. As a child growing up in Wales, she played among the spirits who made their homes in industrial ruins. But her mind found freedom and promise in the science fiction novels that were her closest companions. Then her mother tried to bend the spirits to dark ends, and Mori was forced to confront her in a magical battle that left her crippled–and her twin sister dead.
Fleeing to her father whom she barely knew, Mori was sent to boarding school in England–a place all but devoid of true magic. There, outcast and alone, she tempted fate by doing magic herself, in an attempt to find a circle of like-minded friends. But her magic also drew the attention of her mother, bringing about a reckoning that could no longer be put off… (from Goodreads)
Have read Among Others? I put it on my TBR list today but as you all know it might take some time before the book reaches the top of that list.
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I read this and liked it — so definitely add it to your tbr list (to get to it eventually). 🙂
I thought I remembered seeing on your blog one time? Maybe I can squeeze it a little closer to the top. 😉
The cover of this book is beautiful and your review really makes me want to read it now! YAY! Thank you for the book recommendation.
So many wonderful reviews for this book. I think that I have been saving this book for special since I know I am going to love it.
I hope you’re feeling better???
Hi Shellie! I saw you had this one on your list too. Every time I glance at the cover on the screen I can feel it pulling me. 🙂
I’m doing alright, just the usual aches today.