Tales of the Apt is a companion series to the best-selling decalogy Shadows of the Apt (Tor UK), gathering together short stories from disparate places and supplementing them with a wealth of new tales written especially for the series. Together, they combine to provide a different perspective, an alternative history that parallels and unfolds alongside the familiar one, filling in the gaps and revealing intriguing backstories for many established characters. A must read for any fan of the Shadows of the Apt books, where epic fantasy meets steampunk and so much more.
Summary: Spoils of War by Adrian Tchaikovsky is a solid collection of short stories set in the world of Shadows of the Apt. Few stories stand out, but every one is enjoyable, and all add new aspects to the world.
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