The Gift of Fire and On the Head of a Pin (From Crosstown to Oblivion)

Name: The Gift of Fire and On the Head of a Pin (From Crosstown to Oblivion)
Price: 3.99 USD
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Rating: 4.3 (79 reviews)
Author: Walter Mosley

by Walter Mosley

Literary Fiction Science Fiction Fantasy

4.3 (79)

4.3 stars from 79 reviews

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Perfect for you if...

You enjoy speculative fiction that grounds wild premises in everyday settings and ordinary people caught off guard by the extraordinary.
You appreciate Walter Mosley's ability to blend philosophical depth with accessible storytelling, even when the stakes become cosmic.
You want two complete novellas in one volume, so you get variation in tone and concept without committing to a series.

Maybe not for you if...

You need clear resolutions and answers. Both stories leave you in unsettled territory, which is intentional but not for everyone.
You prefer genre-pure fantasy or sci-fi with heavy worldbuilding. These are speculative sketches that prioritise ideas and human reaction over explaining the mechanics.
You're looking for fast-paced action or high drama. The pacing is deliberate and introspective, which rewards patience but can feel slow.

About this book

Two speculative fiction stories in one volume featuring ordinary people confronted with transformative discoveries. The Gift of Fire: In ancient mythology, Prometheus was punished by the gods for giving humans fire and knowledge. Bound to a rock, an eagle consumed his immortal body daily as punishment for elevating mankind. In this story, those chains break, and Prometheus escapes his eternal prison into present-day South Central Los Angeles. On the Head of a Pin: Joshua Winterland and Ana Fried work at Jennings-Tremont Enterprises, where they make a significant discovery. JTE develops advanced animatronics editing technology capable of creating high-end films indistinguishable from live-action footage, allowing deceased actors to appear alongside contemporary stars. One night, Joshua and Ana detect something unusual within the rendered footage—an entity that draws them into a new reality beyond their known world.

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Currently 4.3★ from 79 reviews

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