Escapists Anonymous
The Fantasy Fiction Book Club and peer support network for fantasy literature fanatics.
Two friends, Sam and Dan, explore the epic worlds of fantasy fiction literature as they select books to deep-dive into. Read along with us and join in the conversation on our social media @escapistsanonymouspod.
Episodes will include spoilers, so make sure you've read the sections that we're covering.
If you're a fan of Joe Abercrombie, Patrick Rothfuss, Peter V. Brett, Brent Weeks, Terry Pratchett, Tolkein, Raymond D. Feist, Brandon Sanderson, Ben Aaronovitch and other authors that would fit in this list, join the Escapists Anonymous community of fantasy enthusiasts.
Escapists Anonymous
#36 Shroud - Full Review
Sam and Dan review Shroud by Adrian Tchaikovsky.
SPOILER ALERT: This episode contains spoilers. We strongly recommend reading this book before listening.
In this episode, Dan and Sam delve into the world of sci-fi with a discussion on Adrian Tchaikovsky's 2025 novel, Shroud. They explore the novel's themes of human experience through a sci-fi lens, focusing on the biology of alien life and the societal structures of humanity in space. The conversation touches on the book's portrayal of corporate-driven human civilization, the challenges of survival on an alien moon, and the philosophical questions raised by the narrative. The hosts also reflect on the book's blend of sci-fi and horror elements, and its commentary on the future of humanity. Join them as they navigate the complexities of Tchaikovsky's imaginative world and ponder the broader implications of his storytelling.
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