Upon A Waking Dream | J S Bailey | Sci Fi Anthology | Netgalley DRC Book Review

 

• Fast-paced reads or slow burns—what’s your pick?
• Do you like predictable endings or shocking twists?

Fast-paced reads, always—I don’t have the patience to “slowly unfold secrets,” just hit me with chaos from page one 😭📖

And predictable endings? No thanks. I live for shocking twists—the kind that make me stare at the wall like I just got personally betrayed by the author. 👀

Name of Book: Upon A Waking Dream

Author: J S Bailey

Publisher: J S Bailey

Publication Date: Mar 7, 2023

No. of Pages: 302

Format: Netgalley DRC

Open these pages and delve into new worlds where...

-A Flat Earther gets abducted by aliens

-A college dropout gets by with a little help from her imaginary friend

-A woman obsessed with her favorite actor creates a new universe just to meet him

-A magic pen bridges the gap between generations

-Thirteen isn't an unlucky number...or is it?

Upon a Waking Dream contains twelve science fiction and fantasy tales from the mind of J. S. Bailey, ten of them never before published.

My Opinion

Upon a Waking Dream by J.S. Bailey is an explosive sci-fi anthology that I devoured in a single day. The stories strike a perfect balance between simplicity and uniqueness, offering a refreshing take on the genre. Each tale feels distinct, with its own intriguing concept and a well-crafted climax that leaves a lasting impact. What truly stands out is how consistently engaging every story is. I genuinely can’t pick a favorite because I enjoyed all of them equally. It’s a brilliant collection for anyone looking for quick, imaginative, and satisfying sci-fi reads. The book deserves 5 stars.