Naked City
Naked City
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Brief
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Short Story • Fiction
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Naked City is an anthology edited by Ellen Datlow, featuring urban fantasy stories set in cities around the world. The collection includes works by various authors, each offering unique narratives that blend the fantastical with the everyday, showcasing diverse urban landscapes and the extraordinary events that occur within them.
Mysterious
Fantastical
Gritty
Dark
Suspenseful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Naked City by Ellen Datlow is praised for its diverse and imaginative urban fantasy stories by an array of acclaimed authors. Critics highlight the anthology’s ability to blend urban realism with magical elements. However, some find the quality of stories uneven, with certain tales standing out more than others. Overall, it’s a rich addition to the fantasy genre.
Who Should Read Naked City?
Naked City by Ellen Datlow appeals to readers who enjoy dark fantasy and urban tales reminiscent of Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman and American Gods by Neil Gaiman. Fans of short story anthologies, rich with myth, magic, and gritty real-world settings, will find this collection captivating.
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Short Story • Fiction
2011
Adult
18+ years
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