by Garth Nix
First published 2001
A collection of speculative fiction where reality's boundaries dissolve. Garth Nix assembles extraordinary tales that defy conventional genre limits, transporting readers into worlds where magic, science, and horror intersect unexpectedly. Each story reveals characters thrust into impossible situations—a bridge guardian facing supernatural threats, a mysterious encounter in an alternate dimension, unexpected confrontations that challenge perception. Some stories explore mythic landscapes while others probe the thin membrane between known reality and impossible encounters. Characters must navigate complex, treacherous environments where survival depends on quick wit, unexpected skills, and the courage to face the unknown. These narratives blend razor-sharp imagination with visceral storytelling, revealing how ordinary individuals respond when extraordinary circumstances shatter their understanding of reality.
Genres: short-stories, science-fiction, fantasy, speculative-fiction
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking, visceral
Tropes: survival, unknown
487 pages · Paperback · Allen & Unwin