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Staff Review Blog

Staff Review: Compass Rose

December 1, 2021 Words Worth Books

Title/Author: Compass Rose - Anna Burke

Genre(s): Sci-fi, Dystopian, Climate Disaster, LGBTQ+

There was a movie in the 90’s called Waterworld. It was widely panned for being a ridiculous premise (as well as being the most expensive movie ever made at the time), however it wasn’t actually the premise, it was the execution. If you take such an idea—a far future dystopia where our climate issues just keep getting worse that the ice caps melt, and humanity is forced to abandon dry land as it’s too toxic to remain and live our their lives on boats and floating islands—and write it with more plausible science and an eye for character, you will get Compass Rose! This is an incredible book full of incredibly nuanced characters where no one is ever 100% good, or 100% bad. Future pirates, exciting adventure, drama to keep you on the edge of your seat...what’s not to love?! The first part of a (as of right now) trilogy, followed by Sea Wolf.

Reviewed by: Alex

In Sci-Fi Tags Dystopian, Climate Disaster, Sci-Fi, LGBTQ

Staff review: On a Sunbeam

September 28, 2021 Words Worth Books
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Title/Author: On a Sunbeam - Tillie Walden

Genre(s): Graphic Novels, Sci-Fi, LGBTQ+

On a Sunbeam presents a wonderful visit to an enchanting universe. Walden draws the reader in with the novel's dream-like visuals and then keeps them with its compelling cast of characters. A must-read for sci-fi and coming-of-age fans alike.

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In Graphic Novels Tags Graphic Novels, Sci-Fi, LGBTQ
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Staff Review: Once & Future

September 28, 2021 Words Worth Books
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Title/Author: Once & Future - Cori McCarthy & A.R. Capetta

Genre(s): YA, Sci-fi, LGBTQ+

The story of King Arthur takes on a new twist in this imaginative story where we meet the 42nd reincarnation of the fabled king, & the first that is a girl, Ari Helix. At once classic and also totally original and wonderfully intersectional, this book does what the best of sci-fi always does: gives us ideas of fantastical possible futures while also mirroring our world’s issues today.

Reviewed by: Alex

In PG15 Tags YA, Young Adult, Sci-Fi, Social Issues, LGBTQ
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Staff Review: Lord of Light

September 16, 2021 Words Worth Books
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Title/Author: Lord of Light - Roger Zelazny

Genre(s): Sci-fi, Buddhist Philosophy

Zelazny was like the Beatles of sci-fi. Fusing fantasy storytelling with sci-fi elements, Lord of Light plays with the trope of rebellion and buddhist philosophy.

Reviewed by: Ben

In Sci-Fi Tags Sci-Fi, Buddhist Philosophy
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Staff Reviews!

One of the best things about independent books stores is the personal touch. The staff at Words Worth, we’re readers! We love books of all types, not necessarily just the biggest sellers of the moment. On this page, you can find our hand written reviews, see what we’ve been reading, and what we think you should be as well!

We will be adding reviews regularly. Feel free to read through them all (they’re pretty short), or, if you’re looking for something more specific, use the search feature below to search for Literary Fiction, or LGBTQ+, or Fantasy, or Mystery, whatever strikes your fancy.

And come back soon, to see what new titles we’ve been reading.

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