How Long 'til Black Future Month?

Exquisite! This is the first book that I have ever preordered, despite being a lifelong reader, as I have been reading a lot of NK Jemisin this year (2018) and was super excited for her new work. It did not disappoint! Each of these stories was encapsulating and an absolute delight to read. Many were thought-provoking in a way that much scifi/fantasy decidedly is not. Previously, I had considered Jemisin a fantasy author, but these short stories show that she would be a great scifi author as well. As with other Jemisin work, the characters are diverse, face realistic challenges and struggles, and react to them in a very human, relatable way. The plots and themes are imaginative and original. I read one or two stories per sitting, because I felt that each one deserved some time to sink in and be appreciated. Definitely a must-read for scifi/fantasy readers!