B ReviewsCanada / Nathalie Gray / novella / post-apocalyptic / Samhain-publishing / SF23 Comments
“He finds love on the eve of a war he doesn’t plan on surviving. A Cybershock story. Dante knows the price of rebellion. The Grid created him in its likeness, turning him into a killing machine—tested, modified and enhanced to be a “better citizen”. Years may have passed since he ... more >
D ReviewsAndroid / SF / sisters24 Comments
Dear Ms. Pauli, I don’t try and hide the fact that when I read (yet another) romance book title that features the word “scandal” or “shocking” or “Duke” or “Mistress,” the chances of me reading it drop a notch. I’m so damn sick of these interchangeable titles I could scream. ... more >
B- ReviewsHarlequin / HQN / opposites attract / SF / Susan-Grant15 Comments
“As a decorated soldier, the young General Tao knows only one kind of honor—to his people. But when his own king betrays him, he discovers that his sacrifices, his successes, may not have been for the good of the country at all. Fate—and his enemies—throw him together with Elsabeth, a ... more >
Film ReviewsFriday Film Review / musical / SF28 Comments
Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog (2008) Genre: Comedy/Musical/SF Grade: B+ Cheer for the villain? Hate the “hero?” Listen to people sing catchy songs? Have Joss Whedon turn superhero/villain tropes on their heads? You’ll do all this and and more when you watch “Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog.” For those who’ve never seen ... more >
C ReviewsLiquid Silver Books / SF / soulmates9 Comments
Dear Mr. Rosso, Though it’s not a genre I read often, every now and then I’m in the mood for a SF story. This one, with its female ER doctor heroine, caught my attention as I wondered what an alien fighter would do with her. Answer: lots of sexing and ... more >
Film ReviewsFriday Film Review / horror / SF / Vikings9 Comments
Outlander (2008) Genre: SF, Viking, horror, fantasy Grade: B-/C+ No, this isn’t about Gabaldon’s opening to her epic – and then some – TT series. It’s, as many people have said, Beowulf crossed with outer space. But wait, there’s more for romance fans. It’s also got a Rothgar! I kept ... more >