By Brandon Sanderson
Tor Publishing Group, 2023. 366 pages. Fantasy
A man awakes in a clearing in what appears to be medieval England with no memory of who he is, where he came from, or why he is there. Chased by a group from his own time, his sole hope for survival lies in regaining his missing memories, making allies among the locals, and perhaps even trusting in their superstitious boasts. His only help from the "real world" should have been a guidebook entitled The Frugal Wizard's Handbook for Surviving Medieval England, except his copy exploded during transit. The few fragments he managed to save provide clues to his situation, but can he figure them out in time to survive?
This is a fun blend of science fiction and fantasy. It feels very sci-fi with the time-travel, multiple dimensions, and the corporation that employs those aspects to create a unique experience for their clients. And yet, there are fantasy elements that slip their way in. The book is a fast-paced, comedic romp through Medieval England, full of adventure and mystery as the protagonist tries to regain his memories and figure out why he’s there in the first place. With so many different genres blended into one, this book was a fun experience, though perhaps not as enjoyable as a custom dimension in Medieval England.
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By Douglas Adams
Harmony Books, 1979. 215 pages. Science Fiction
Arthur Dent’s day starts with his house being demolished—then the Earth is destroyed, and he learns his best friend is an alien. Armed with only a towel, a fish, and a strange book called The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, Arthur is swept into a chaotic adventure across the universe. Fortunately, the book’s cover offers one piece of solid advice: DON’T PANIC. If you liked the sci-fi, comedy, guidebook, and adventure aspects of Sanderson’s work, this is a classic that undoubtedly influenced the project.
By Andy Weir
Ballantine Books, 2021. 476 pages. Science Fiction
Ryland Grace wakes up alone on a spaceship with no memory of who he is or why he's there—only to slowly realize he's humanity's last hope against an extinction-level threat. As his memories return, he must complete an impossible mission, with help from an unexpected ally. If you like the sci-fi, humor, problem solving, and amnesia aspect of Sanderson’s book, this is another great option.
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