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Irresistible Forces brings together six prominent contemporary American authors—Lois McMaster Bujold, Jennifer Roberson, Catherine Asaro, Mary Jo Putney, Jo Beverley, and Deb Stover—to explore the theme that love can conquer all, even the boundaries of time and space. The collection offers diverse takes on romance within a science‑fiction framework, showcasing each writer’s unique style while underscoring the enduring power of affection across genre limits.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Lois McMaster Bujold
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