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If you liked Moon of the Crusted Snow, here are the top 100 books to read next:
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Save:A powerful and evocative YA novel that stands out for its unique Indigenous perspective and timely themes. It might not thrill non-dystopian or action-focused readers, but it's a must-read if you want speculative fiction that makes you think - and feel.
“Anishnaabe people, us, lived on these lands for a thousand years. Some of our brothers decided to walk as far east as they could go, and some walked west, and some crossed great stretches of narrow e... - #2
Save:A haunting and poetic debut - Bad Cree is a thoughtful blend of supernatural chills, family, and healing, best enjoyed by readers who appreciate slow-burn, character-driven horror with heart.
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Save:A beautifully written, quietly powerful take on a world after disaster - poetic, moving, and hopeful, but also pensive and sometimes unconventional. Worth a try if you want more heart than horror in your dystopian fiction.
I have a neighbor. One. Just us at a small country airport a few miles from the mountains. A training field where they built a bunch of houses for people who couldn’t sleep without their little planes... - #4
Save:Station Eleven is a beautifully crafted, contemplative novel about humanity, loss, and the power of art in a changed world - gentle on the apocalypse, heavy on hope and connections. Worth a read if you want a unique take on dystopia with heart.
THE KING STOOD in a pool of blue light, unmoored. This was act 4 of King Lear, a winter night at the Elgin Theatre in Toronto. Earlier in the evening, three little girls had played a clapping game ons... - #5
Save:Artful, shocking, and dreamlike - "Split Tooth" is a gut-punch of a book you’ll either find life-changing or impossible to finish, but you’ll never forget it.
We are picking up stale old cigarette butts and smoking the last puffs off them, burning our lips and fingers on the indignity of it all. There are always plenty of butts around the Bay or the Co-op,... A literary, slyly funny pandemic apocalypse novel that’s less about zombies and more about the routines and ruts we live in - equal parts unsettling and insightful. Not for action junkies, but a standout for those who love character-driven, thought-provoking fiction.
The End begins before you are ever aware of it. It passes as ordinary. I had gone over to my boyfriend’s place in Greenpoint directly after work. I liked to stay over on hot summer nights because the...- #7
Save:A raw, inventive, and gut-punching journey through teen turmoil and myth, best for adults and mature readers who appreciate dark yet empathetic storytelling. Not your typical YA – approach with care.
His tiny, tightly permed maternal grandmother, Anita Moody, had never liked him. As far back as Jared could remember, she’d watched him suspiciously with her clear black eyes. She never let him come c... - #8
Save:A searing, unforgettable novel that everyone - especially Canadians - should read. Both heartbreaking and hopeful, Indian Horse is essential reading about the enduring impacts of trauma and the power of resilience.
My name is Saul Indian Horse. I am the son of Mary Mandamin and John Indian Horse. My grandfather was called Solomon so my name is the diminutive of his. My people are from the Fish Clan of the northe... - #9
Save:A smart, gritty, and inventive take on the apocalypse that’s perfect for fans of survival stories and world-building, but be ready for dense detail and some eccentricities along the way.
Michael Havel pulled his battered four-by-four into the employees’ parking lot, locked up and swung his just-in-case gear out of the back, the strap of the pack over one shoulder and the gun case on t... - #10
Save:A landmark survival tale that’s part time capsule, part cautionary adventure - Alas, Babylon is a must for post-apocalyptic buffs, but its vintage style and mid-century mindset may not be for everyone.
Randy was having a pleasant, recurrent, Before-The-Day dream. He was awaking in a hotel in Miami Beach and a waitress in a white cap was bringing his morning coffee on a rolling table. Sometimes the w...
