14 SF Inspired Faerie Tales Once Upon

Science fiction and fantasy have long been intertwined genres, each influencing the other in countless ways. In recent years, there has been a growing trend of science fiction authors incorporating faerie tale elements into their work, creating a new subgenre of speculative fiction that is both enchanting and thought-provoking.

Here are 14 SF-inspired faerie tales that are sure to capture your imagination:

Once Upon A Star: 14 SF-Inspired Faerie Tales (Once Upon Series Book 4)

by Anthea Sharp

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1. The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill

This Nebula Award-winning novel tells the story of a young girl who is raised by a witch in the woods. As she grows, she discovers that she has magical powers and must use them to protect her new family from a dark force that threatens to destroy their home.

2. Stardust by Neil Gaiman

This classic fantasy novel tells the story of a young man who journeys to a magical realm to retrieve a fallen star. Along the way, he encounters a host of strange and wonderful creatures, including witches, goblins, and faeries.

3. The Iron Trial by Holly Black and Cassandra Clare

This young adult fantasy novel tells the story of a group of teenagers who are kidnapped and taken to a faerie realm. They must compete in a series of deadly trials in order to survive and find their way home.

4. The Cruel Prince by Holly Black

This young adult fantasy novel tells the story of a mortal girl who is kidnapped by a faerie prince and taken to his kingdom. She must learn to survive in a world where the faeries are cruel and dangerous, and where she is constantly in danger of being killed.

5. The Wicked King by Holly Black

This sequel to The Cruel Prince continues the story of Jude Duarte, a mortal girl who is now a student at the faerie academy. She must navigate the treacherous politics of the faerie court and protect her friends from a growing threat.

6. The Queen of Nothing by Holly Black

This to The Cruel Prince trilogy finds Jude Duarte ascendant to the throne of Elfhame. But her reign is threatened by both internal and external forces, and she must fight to keep her kingdom and her people safe.

7. The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

This enchanting novel tells the story of a magical circus that appears every night for a limited time. The circus is a realm of wonder and magic, but it also has a dark side. As the story unfolds, the reader is drawn into a world of mystery and intrigue.

8. The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern

This follow-up to The Night Circus is a sprawling epic that follows a group of characters as they journey through a magical world in search of a lost story. Along the way, they encounter a host of strange and wonderful creatures, and they must learn to navigate the dangers of a world where reality and fantasy are intertwined.

9. The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab

This historical fantasy novel tells the story of a young woman who makes a deal with the devil to live forever. The catch is, no one will ever remember her. As she lives through the centuries, Addie meets a cast of characters who help her to find purpose and meaning in her immortal life.

10. The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune

This heartwarming novel tells the story of a caseworker who is sent to a remote island to assess the suitability of a group of magical children for adoption. As he gets to know the children, he comes to realize that they are not as dangerous as he had been led to believe. In fact, they may just be the family he never knew he needed.

11. Circe by Madeline Miller

This feminist retelling of the Greek myth of Circe tells the story of a powerful witch who is banished to a remote island. As she struggles to survive, she must learn to embrace her own power and find her place in the world.

12. The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon

This epic fantasy novel tells the story of a group of women who must band together to save their world from a dark force that threatens to destroy it. Along the way, they must overcome prejudice, betrayal, and heartbreak. But in the end, they will find the strength to fight for what they believe in.

13. The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang

This grimdark fantasy novel tells the story of a young woman who joins a military academy in order to fight in a war against a powerful enemy. As she progresses through the academy, she must confront her own darkness and make difficult choices in order to survive.

14. The Broken Earth Trilogy by N.K. Jemisin

This award-winning sci-fi/fantasy trilogy tells the story of a woman who is born with the power to control the earth. As she grows, she must learn to use her power for good and protect her people from a tyrannical regime.

These are just a few of the many SF-inspired faerie tales that are out there. If you're looking for a new and exciting read, I encourage you to check out one of these books. You won't be disappointed.

Once Upon A Star: 14 SF-Inspired Faerie Tales (Once Upon Series Book 4)

by Anthea Sharp

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2537 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	500 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE