--- product_id: 312989207 title: "The Hidden Girl and Other Stories" price: "AR$103193" currency: ARS in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/312989207-the-hidden-girl-and-other-stories store_origin: AR region: Argentina --- # The Hidden Girl and Other Stories **Price:** AR$103193 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Hidden Girl and Other Stories - **How much does it cost?** AR$103193 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.ar](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/312989207-the-hidden-girl-and-other-stories) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Includes stories featured in Pantheon —now an animated series on AMC+ “I know this is going to sound hyperbolic, but when I’m reading Ken Liu’s stories, I feel like I’m reading a once-in-a-generation talent. I’m in awe.” —Jamie Ford, New York Times bestselling author A “brilliant” ( The Chicago Tribune ), “extraordinary” ( The Washington Post ), and “captivating” ( BuzzFeed ) short story anthology from Ken Liu, the author of The Paper Menagerie and Other Stories . From stories about time-traveling assassins, to Black Mirror– esque tales of cryptocurrency and internet trolling, to heartbreaking narratives of parent-child relationships, The Hidden Girl and Other Stories is a far-reaching work that explores topical themes from the present and visionary looks at humanity’s future. This collection includes a selection of Liu’s speculative fiction stories over the past five years—seventeen of his best—plus a new novelette. In addition, it also features an excerpt from The Veiled Throne , the third book in Liu’s epic fantasy series The Dandelion Dynasty. Stories include: Ghost Days; Maxwell’s Demon; The Reborn; Thoughts and Prayers; Byzantine Empathy; The Gods Will Not Be Chained; Staying Behind; Real Artists; The Gods Will Not Be Slain; Altogether Elsewhere, Vast Herds of Reindeer; The Gods Have Not Died in Vain; Memories of My Mother; Dispatches from the Cradle: The Hermit—Forty-Eight Hours in the Sea of Massachusetts; Grey Rabbit, Crimson Mare, Coal Leopard; A Chase Beyond the Storms (an excerpt from The Veiled Throne , Book 3 of the Dandelion Dynasty); The Hidden Girl; Seven Birthdays; The Message; Cutting Review: Watch Pantheon - Mind-bending stories that push the envelope of metaphysics and existentialism. Also, everyone should watch the animated series "Pantheon" which is an excellent excellent adaptation of these short stories. Review: Speculative Tales That Linger - Summary: The Hidden Girl and Other Stories is Ken Liu’s second short story collection, assembling speculative, often genre-blending tales across sci-fi, fantasy, folklore, and speculative realism. Many of the stories explore memory, identity, familial bonds, technology, and the boundary between the real and the uncanny. The collection also includes an excerpt from The Veiled Throne, part of Liu’s Dandelion Dynasty series. Thoughts: For me, The Hidden Girl and Other Stories showed off Ken Liu’s elegant, thoughtful prose and his ability to balance big ideas with emotional moments. I loved how themes of memory, family, and legacy tied the collection together, and when the stories hit—like The Hidden Girl, The Gods Will Not Be Chained, and Thoughts and Prayers—they were powerful and haunting. The variety of sci-fi, folklore, and speculative pieces kept things fresh. That said, some stories felt more like idea-driven thought experiments than fully realized tales, with overexposition or thin characters making them less engaging. I loved how Liu asks big “what ifs” — about memory, mortality, technology, and morality — while anchoring them in human longing and regret. Some stories soared; others lagged a bit. But overall, the collection left me thinking and unsettled in good ways. If you enjoy science fiction and fantasy that leans toward the thoughtful, weird, and introspective, this is a collection I’d absolutely recommend! I received an advanced review digital copy for free and I am leaving this review voluntarily. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #42,963 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #95 in Science Fiction Anthologies (Books) #119 in Fantasy Anthologies #212 in Asian Myth & Legend | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 744 Reviews | ## Images ![The Hidden Girl and Other Stories - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Uu-7mJMqL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Watch Pantheon *by C***K on April 6, 2026* Mind-bending stories that push the envelope of metaphysics and existentialism. Also, everyone should watch the animated series "Pantheon" which is an excellent excellent adaptation of these short stories. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Speculative Tales That Linger *by J***T on September 24, 2025* Summary: The Hidden Girl and Other Stories is Ken Liu’s second short story collection, assembling speculative, often genre-blending tales across sci-fi, fantasy, folklore, and speculative realism. Many of the stories explore memory, identity, familial bonds, technology, and the boundary between the real and the uncanny. The collection also includes an excerpt from The Veiled Throne, part of Liu’s Dandelion Dynasty series. Thoughts: For me, The Hidden Girl and Other Stories showed off Ken Liu’s elegant, thoughtful prose and his ability to balance big ideas with emotional moments. I loved how themes of memory, family, and legacy tied the collection together, and when the stories hit—like The Hidden Girl, The Gods Will Not Be Chained, and Thoughts and Prayers—they were powerful and haunting. The variety of sci-fi, folklore, and speculative pieces kept things fresh. That said, some stories felt more like idea-driven thought experiments than fully realized tales, with overexposition or thin characters making them less engaging. I loved how Liu asks big “what ifs” — about memory, mortality, technology, and morality — while anchoring them in human longing and regret. Some stories soared; others lagged a bit. But overall, the collection left me thinking and unsettled in good ways. If you enjoy science fiction and fantasy that leans toward the thoughtful, weird, and introspective, this is a collection I’d absolutely recommend! I received an advanced review digital copy for free and I am leaving this review voluntarily. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book, Ken is an awesome story teller. Super relevant for the current age. *by B***G on January 19, 2026* Ken's stories in this book really get at the heart of a lot of philosophy and moral questions in today's tech environment and the meaning of humanity. Reading this when it came out it seems like sci-fi, now half the stories are taking place in the modern day; a lot just as bleak as Ken predicted. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/312989207-the-hidden-girl-and-other-stories](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/312989207-the-hidden-girl-and-other-stories) --- *Product available on Desertcart Argentina* *Store origin: AR* *Last updated: 2026-10-24*