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Richard Baker's imaginative series, 'The Cities,' explores a fantastical world where cities are sentient beings, shaping the lives and fates of their inhabitants. Dive into a unique blend of high fantasy, urban intrigue, and philosophical musings on the nature of consciousness and community.
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The Alchemy of Stone
Fans of 'The Cities' series will appreciate the blend of fantasy and science fiction in 'The Alchemy of Stone'. This novel follows the story of Mattie, a talented automaton who strives for freedom and self-determination in a world dominated by human inventors and alchemists.
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The Iron Dragon's Daughter
For readers who enjoy the fantastical elements and world-building in 'The Cities', 'The Iron Dragon's Daughter' is a must-read. This novel combines elements of mythology, fairy tales, and science fiction to create a unique and immersive world.
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The Steerswoman
Fans of 'The Cities' series will enjoy the blend of mystery, adventure, and world-building in 'The Steerswoman'. This novel follows the story of a steerswoman named Rowan, who is tasked with discovering the origin of a mysterious blue crystal that has appeared in her world.
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The Diamond Age
For readers who enjoy the blend of technology and society in 'The Cities', 'The Diamond Age' is a great choice. This novel explores a world where nanotechnology has revolutionized society, and follows the story of a young girl named Nell who becomes embroiled in a dangerous conspiracy.
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The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Fans of 'The Cities' series will appreciate the humor and satire in 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy'. This series follows the adventures of Arthur Dent, an ordinary man who becomes embroiled in a series of bizarre and dangerous misadventures across the galaxy.
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The Lies of Locke Lamora
For readers who enjoy the blend of adventure and intrigue in 'The Cities', 'The Lies of Locke Lamora' is a great choice. This novel follows the story of Locke Lamora, a master con artist who becomes embroiled in a dangerous conspiracy in a world dominated by crime and corruption.
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The Scar
Fans of 'The Cities' series will appreciate the rich world-building and imaginative storytelling in 'The Scar'. This novel follows the story of a pirate captain named Bellis Coldwine, who becomes embroiled in a dangerous conspiracy in a world dominated by sea monsters and pirates.
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The Windup Girl
For readers who enjoy the blend of science fiction and social commentary in 'The Cities', 'The Windup Girl' is a great choice. This novel explores a world where climate change and genetic engineering have transformed society, and follows the story of a genetically engineered woman named Emiko who becomes embroiled in a dangerous conspiracy.
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