The City in the Middle of the Night
The City in the Middle of the Night
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
January • Distant Future
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The City in the Middle of the Night by Charlie Jane Anders is a science fiction novel set on a tidally locked planet where one side is in perpetual darkness and the other in constant light. The story follows Sophie and Bianca, navigating social and political tensions, and exploring their personal growth amidst environmental and cultural challenges.
Mysterious
Contemplative
Adventurous
Emotional
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Charlie Jane Anders' The City in the Middle of the Night is lauded for its imaginative world-building and exploration of socio-political themes. The novel's character development and emotional depth are praised, though some readers find its pacing uneven. Overall, the novel is a thoughtful and daring sci-fi work that challenges traditional narratives.
Who Should Read The City in the Middle of the Night?
Readers who relish The City in the Middle of the Night will enjoy richly imagined sci-fi worlds, and themes of socio-political change. Fans of The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin and An Absolutely Remarkable Thing by Hank Green will appreciate its nuanced exploration of identity and revolution.
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Novel • Fiction
January • Distant Future
2019
Adult
18+ years
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