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The Prey of Gods by Nicky Drayden

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... following a diverse group of characters with intersecting stories?

An Unkindness Of Ghosts by Rivers Solomon

If you loved how The Prey of Gods weaves together the lives of Nomvula, Sydney, and others in a vibrant, near-future South Africa, you'll find An Unkindness of Ghosts just as gripping. Rivers Solomon masterfully brings to life the passengers of the HSS Matilda, each with their own secrets and struggles, forming an ensemble that is both complex and deeply human.

... worlds bursting with imaginative detail, myth, and culture?

Black Leopard, Red Wolf by Marlon James

If you were drawn to the rich, Afro-futuristic worldbuilding and the inventive mythological layers of The Prey of Gods, you’ll be swept away by Black Leopard, Red Wolf. Marlon James crafts a sprawling landscape filled with strange creatures, ancient cities, and deep-rooted legends, immersing you in a setting as wild and unpredictable as Drayden’s South Africa.

... clever, satirical humor woven into speculative urban adventures?

The City We Became by N. K. Jemisin

Enjoyed the irreverent humor and witty banter in The Prey of Gods, especially among its unlikely heroes? The City We Became delivers equally sharp dialogue and laugh-out-loud moments as New York City’s human avatars bicker, wisecrack, and battle cosmic threats with wry humor and style.

... modern stories infused with powerful, mythological forces?

Gods Of Jade And Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

If you loved how The Prey of Gods blends ancient deities and mythic powers with everyday lives, Gods of Jade and Shadow will enchant you. Follow Casiopea as she’s swept into a journey across 1920s Mexico by the Mayan god of death, fusing modernity and myth in dazzling, unexpected ways.

... fantastical futures with diverse protagonists and cultural influences?

Brown Girl in the Ring by Nalo Hopkinson

If the vibrant, multicultural cast and the powerful presence of Black female characters in The Prey of Gods resonated for you, Brown Girl in the Ring offers another unforgettable heroine. Ti-Jeanne must navigate a magic-infused, post-apocalyptic Toronto, drawing on her Caribbean heritage to survive and protect her family.

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