February 2018 presents a modest lineup of science fiction releases, in contrast to the busier month of January. This is an excellent opportunity to explore works by a variety of authors. The month’s offerings include fantasy narratives with science fiction elements, military science fiction titles, and even an unconventional SF novel. Below is a selection of notable science fiction books set to be released in February 2018.
The Tangled Lands by Paolo Bacigalupi and Tobias S. Buckell
Bacigalupi and Buckell are well-regarded names within the science fiction community, known for their works such as Ship Breaker and Halo: The Cole Protocol. Their collaborative effort, The Tangled Lands, is a fantasy novel woven with significant environmental themes.
The narrative is set in Khaim, The Blue City, the last remnant of a once-powerful empire that has succumbed to the perils of magic overuse. Under the rule of both a tyrant and a mage, the city’s resources are being exploited to control its citizens. As this exploitation takes its toll on the environment, the question arises: can the inhabitants find a way to restore balance?
Expected release date: February 27
Buy: The Tangled Lands
Into the Fire by Elizabeth Moon
With nearly thirty years of experience in science fiction writing, Elizabeth Moon has crafted numerous series, including Planet Pirates, Familias Regnant, and Paksenarrion. Into the Fire is the second installment in the Vatta’s Peace series, following the release of Cold Welcome last year. This series builds upon the five-book Vatta’s War saga.
This novel is set against the backdrop of Earth, focusing on a crew that finds itself stranded on a treacherous Arctic island. As they explore, they encounter secrets that could endanger their lives, leading them to a hidden base with ties to past family tragedies. Admiral Kylara Vatta is determined to uncover these mysteries, but she may not be prepared for the revelations that await.
Expected release date: February 6
Buy: Into the Fire
Child of a Mad God by R. A. Salvatore
R. A. Salvatore stands as one of the foremost fantasy authors today, acclaimed for series like The DemonWars Saga and Forgotten Realms. His upcoming novel, Child of a Mad God, follows the journey of a young woman who finds herself isolated within a tribe of fierce barbarians. Born during the Blood Moon to a witch, her heritage is crucial to the story’s development.
Expected release date: February 6
Buy: Child of a Mad God
What upcoming books are you most excited about in February 2018? Share your thoughts in the comments.
