Lament for the Fallen | 
pickI enjoyed this slice of life sci-fi. I thought it was very casual and focused on bonds between people and generations, and the plot was a bit on the backburner, but I didn't mind that. It takes place in Nigeria, and seems to really nail that 'American systems of justice are corrupt' thing at the end. It was hard to read 3rd person in present tense, but it makes up for it by being an easy book to read. I'd say it's a nice and comfortable read.
so-soThe Nigerian setting gave this sci-fi story an interesting flavour, and staying (mostly) on earth was also a bit different to most. There are neat ideas in here. But that's only if you can hang in there through some pretty clunky plot gear changes, and ignore a host of pretty two dimensional characters (all the women, this book is definitely a sausage fest)
A strange air craft falls from the sky landing in a jungle in West Africa. Inside- the villagers find someone not quite human. Someone whose trying to get back home. I had to buy it!! OMG sci-fi novel set In a tiny African village? Can't wait to get stuck in :)
