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“This book has it all.” —Sarah Pinsker, Hugo and Nebula Award-winning author of Haunt Sweet Home

“Part space opera and part art heist, this is a great example of Molly Tanzer’s dynamic, ingenious mind.” —Silvia Moreno-Garcia, author of Mexican Gothic

“This relentlessly inventive novella is many things—a modern space opera, a clever heist caper, and a sexy, possibly doomed romance—but it’s also so smart; Tanzer has things to say about art and authenticity that I’m still thinking about. More, please.” —Daryl Gregory, award-winning author of Spoonbenders

“A delightful, dark, and entertaining romp with serious intent behind it. The writing is so smart and sharp – Molly Tanzer is at the top of her form in this beautifully constructed novel.” —Jeff VanderMeer, bestselling author of the Southern Reach trilogy, on Creatures of Will and Temper

“A wicked satire inside a chilling dystopian tale inside a heist movie, that pays off on every level. Tanzer is a captivating storyteller.” —M.R. Carey, author of The Girl With All the Gifts

“The far-future meets the ancient myth of Orpheus. Plus an art heist in space, aliens, clones and other replicants. Also sentient fungi! From the capacious brain of Molly Tanzer, this is one wild ride.” —Karen Joy Fowler, author of Booth

“A provocative blend of space adventure, heist story, character study, artistic philosophy, and intoxicating strangeness. It oughta be in a museum.” —Tim Pratt, author of the Axiom series

“You have never read anything like this sprawling tale of alien intervention and art history, equal parts quirky love story and interstellar caper....This is the no-compromise science fiction you’ve been waiting for. Expect delight!” —James Patrick Kelly, winner of the Hugo, Nebula, and Locus awards

“This bite-size romp is a wild and thought-provoking ride.” —Publishers Weekly

“This book had me at ‘intergalactic art heist by a ragtag group of underqualified misfits.’” —Book Riot

“A compelling, fun, and thought-provoking story for fans of Seanan McGuire, Alma Katsu, and Erin Morgenstern.” —Booklist on Creatures of Charm and Hunger