{
  "id": 17559846,
  "title": "The best new science-fiction novels of November 2026",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/the-best-new-science-fiction-novels-of-november-2026",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-11-01T08:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Scientist",
    "slug": "new-scientist",
    "url": "https://www.newscientist.com/article/2596484-the-best-new-science-fiction-novels-of-november-2026/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "November 2026 witnessed a fresh influx of science fiction novels, delighting fans of the genre. Among the offerings, The Falling by Carole Hailey stood out, capturing the attention of readers with its asteroid impact narrative. Set in the solar system, the story revolves around Cassie, whose father's teachings about an impending apocalypse prove prophetic when an asteroid threatens northern Europe. This novel, along with others in the November selection, showcases a diverse range of fresh writing to explore.",
  "summary": "An audio drama produced by The Martian author Andy Weir, a fictional autobiography from Michael Moorcock and a new John Scalzi novel – November is a big month for sci-fi fans, says Alison Flood",
  "key_points": [
    "\"The Falling\" by Carole Hailey explores asteroid impact",
    "Set in solar system, story follows Cassie's father's prophetic teachings",
    "November 2026 novel selection showcases diverse new writing"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The latest wave of science fiction releases demonstrates a renewed appetite for high-stakes apocalyptic narratives that explore survival through the lens of cosmic threats and solar system exploration.",
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}