For science fiction enthusiasts, February 2017 promises to be an exhilarating month, filled with notable book launches. Among the highlights is Neil Gaiman’s highly anticipated Norse Mythology, set for release on February 7. The month also features an array of captivating titles, including futuristic space operas and a new entry in the Star Wars franchise. Here’s a roundup of the most anticipated science fiction novels arriving in February 2017. Several of these titles can already be pre-ordered on Amazon India, while others are available for pre-order on Amazon US, with options for international delivery.
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1. A Perfect Machine – Brett Savory
This novel presents an intriguing premise set in a world divided into two factions: Runners and Hunters. The Hunters are tasked with exterminating the Runners, who aim to reach a state of complete bodily transformation, enabling their ascension. The stakes are high—failure to engage leads to the mysterious disappearance of their loved ones. This gripping adventure is generating excitement, and readers will soon find out if it lives up to its promise.
Expected release date: February 2
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2. Norse Mythology – Neil Gaiman
With Neil Gaiman’s reputation as a master storyteller, his new work, Norse Mythology, is likely to capture the attention of many readers. The book explores the intricate world of Norse gods—Thor, Odin, and Loki—as they navigate deception and rivalry. With Gaiman’s history of compelling narratives dating back to his famous Sandman series, this novel is highly anticipated.
Expected release date: February 7
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3. The Stars Are Legion – Kameron Hurley
Kameron Hurley’s The Stars Are Legion paints a vivid picture of deteriorating world ships adrift among the stars. The story follows a protagonist who awakens with no memories and is faced with a crucial decision: to save the Legion or to bring about its destruction. This dynamic setup offers an exciting addition to the genre of space operas.
Expected release date: February 7
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4. Last Day on Mars – Kevin Emerson
Set in a dystopian future, Kevin Emerson’s Last Day on Mars occurs in 2213, following the cataclysmic destruction of Earth by a supernova. The remnants of humanity reside on Mars, readying themselves for a desperate journey to a new star system. The protagonists race against time to finish crucial research before boarding the last expedition, discovering revelations that could alter humanity’s course.
Expected release date: February 14
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5. Star Wars Aftermath: Empire’s End – Chuck Wendig
Star Wars fans will want to explore the Aftermath trilogy, which unfolds in the period between Return of the Jedi and The Force Awakens. The concluding installment, Empire’s End, focuses on the events surrounding the planet Jakku, tying together loose threads from previous stories in the saga.
Expected release date: February 21
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6. Seven Surrenders – Ada Palmer
The second installment in the Terra Ignota trilogy, Seven Surrenders continues the narrative introduced in Too Like the Lightning. This political science fiction tale is set in a potential future marked by social collapse and centers on a child endowed with the extraordinary ability to animate inanimate objects.
Expected release date: February 21
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Which science fiction releases are you most eager to check out this February 2017? Did you delve into any of our featured picks from January 2017? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section.
