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    The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow
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    A gorgeously written, multi-layered portal fantasy with heart, perfect for fans of lyrical prose and magical journeys - but it might drag for those seeking relentless action or straightforward storytelling.

    The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow is a captivating tale of a young girl named January Scholar who discovers a book that opens doors to new worlds, revealing hidden truths about herself and her past. The novel weaves together elements of magical realism, adventure, and danger as January navigates through portals to other worlds while uncovering secrets about her family and her destiny. The story is rich in detail, featuring complex characters, intertwined narratives, and a writing style that immerses readers in a world filled with mystery and wonder.

    When I was seven, I found a door. I suspect I should capitalize that word, so you understand I’m not talking about your garden- or common-variety door that leads reliably to a white-tiled kitchen or a...
    September 2019
    392 pages

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    Skeen's Leap
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    Skeen's Leap - Skeen by Jo Clayton
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    A classic-feeling, genre-bending adventure with a tough-as-nails heroine. Great for fans of smart rogues and sprawling worlds - but maybe not for action-only devotees or those allergic to cliffhangers.

    Skeen's Leap by Jo Clayton follows the adventures of Skeen, a tough and intelligent woman who is a skilled thief of artifacts in space. Stranded on a planet with no money or ship, she embarks on a journey to acquire artifacts from ruins to raise capital. However, she ends up going through a portal to another dimension, leading to a series of quests and encounters with fascinating aliens. The book is described as a mix of fantasy and science fiction, with a setting that feels more magical than futuristic, featuring complex societies, compelling heroines, and imaginative world-building.

    She had walked out of Chukunsa with a gaggle of low-level workers heading to their hovels for supper and a snuggle, she had left them behind, moving briskly along accessways until she reached the edge...
    1986
    320 pages

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