This Pride and Prejudice variation shifts much of the action to London allowing us a greater understanding of the Gardiner hoSo many twists and turns!
This Pride and Prejudice variation shifts much of the action to London allowing us a greater understanding of the Gardiner household as well as the Fitzwilliams.
Furthermore it introduces even more barriers to the union we are all rooting for. Be on the lookout for some surprising downstream outcomes that are very satisfying! Well worth the read. ...more
The Rabbit Factor is somehow simultaneously ridiculous and ruthlessly logical. The dichotomy is delightful, as is the MAn absorbing and intricate tale
The Rabbit Factor is somehow simultaneously ridiculous and ruthlessly logical. The dichotomy is delightful, as is the MC’s perspective. He is an actuary with a high probability of being on the Autism spectrum trying to understand illogical feelings and behaviors. His struggle is fascinating and oddly endearing. The mystery has all the twists and turns a person could want. All in all a very satisfying read....more
For the most part The Earl of Brass is a well thought out tale in a credible steampunk world. The middle strained the susNot a bad start for a series
For the most part The Earl of Brass is a well thought out tale in a credible steampunk world. The middle strained the suspension of disbelief a bit too far, but the story recovered to stick the landing. ...more
If you enjoyed The Changeling Tree then you’ll be happy to read book 2 in the series. It answers some questions, and raSecond verse, same as the first
If you enjoyed The Changeling Tree then you’ll be happy to read book 2 in the series. It answers some questions, and raises enough others to carry into book 3. It was nice to see some character growth for Rose and Peggy. Who knows what awaits them in the sequels?...more
The third book in the Gentlemen series finally addresses the unresolved thread from book one and brings the tA fast paced tale of treason and romance
The third book in the Gentlemen series finally addresses the unresolved thread from book one and brings the trilogy to an exciting and satisfying conclusion. Well done!...more
A Gentleman’s Promise sucked me in one page one and never let me go. It is equal parts romance and mystery with daA riveting tale from start to finish
A Gentleman’s Promise sucked me in one page one and never let me go. It is equal parts romance and mystery with danger lurking about every corner. Highly recommended!...more
Come for the Kaiju, stay for the snark. This novel is a classic Scalzi laughfest with a lot of biology and physics thrown in so it’s not simple fluff.Come for the Kaiju, stay for the snark. This novel is a classic Scalzi laughfest with a lot of biology and physics thrown in so it’s not simple fluff. I tore through it in two days and I am a notoriously slow reader. Highly recommended....more
The mystery is good and the continuity is consistent. The only flaw to this novel is that it takes place in FlorAn entertaining mystery with 4ish POVs
The mystery is good and the continuity is consistent. The only flaw to this novel is that it takes place in Florida with 4 POVs - 3 being British and one American - but all 4 thinking in British dialect. Little things like the American pulling up to to the “kerb “ pulled me out of the story. ...more
Kelly Miller’s Captive Hearts is another of her nuanced explorations of the untapped possibilities hidden in tAnother amazing What If Jane Austen book
Kelly Miller’s Captive Hearts is another of her nuanced explorations of the untapped possibilities hidden in the Jane Austen world. Miller has a knack for delving into the meaner characters looking for the psychological scaffolding holding up their abhorrent behavior. It always makes the characters more compelling, and sometimes even gives the reader some compassion for them.
Miller accelerates the original Persuasion timeline with a fun crossover twist, which frees up the rest of the novel for some fun What If speculation. Well worth the read!...more
The Constant Rabbit is a satirical allegory of unreasoning anti-immigrant hatred with a better outcome than I believe we can hope for. Experienced FfoThe Constant Rabbit is a satirical allegory of unreasoning anti-immigrant hatred with a better outcome than I believe we can hope for. Experienced Fforde readers will find it falls between Shades of Grey and Early Riser in tone and entertainment value....more
Trying to wrap up a 15 book series must be a complicated endeavor. Wrapping it up after the near world-ending disaster in the pA hard series to let go
Trying to wrap up a 15 book series must be a complicated endeavor. Wrapping it up after the near world-ending disaster in the previous book looked impossible to me. To me, but not to Ash.
Realm and Reign starts a full generation after the fall of Faerie with the children of the major characters. At first starting over with a bunch of new characters to learn seemed an unnecessary burden, but then the author’s design comes crystal clear.
The series comes to a satisfying conclusion. I’m sad to let go of this rich world and it’s amazing characters. Thanks for everything Ash....more
A funny story about incompetent criminals and a delusional entrepreneur
If Get Shorty took place in an ill-conceived resort in Finland you would have A funny story about incompetent criminals and a delusional entrepreneur
If Get Shorty took place in an ill-conceived resort in Finland you would have ‘Palm Beach Finland’. It’s a delightful comedy of errors. Highly recommended....more
This book is an absolute must read for gamers and fantasy nerds. I don’t want to give any spoilers, but the MC is a school shooting survivor with PTSDThis book is an absolute must read for gamers and fantasy nerds. I don’t want to give any spoilers, but the MC is a school shooting survivor with PTSD so if that hits too close to home just know it’s there.
The pace is good and the story well spun. It also portrays lots of dysfunctional relationships both professional and personal and how steep the consequences could be. That said there is a genuine thread of humor to buoy up the more serious theme.
Even better than Lock In! I simply couldn't put it down. I hope to see a book #3 someday since this future has so much potential.Even better than Lock In! I simply couldn't put it down. I hope to see a book #3 someday since this future has so much potential....more
Is this book a dark fantasy? Yes, I think so. Is it a western? Yes, that too. Philosophy? Probably that as well. WhatWhatever it was, it was riveting
Is this book a dark fantasy? Yes, I think so. Is it a western? Yes, that too. Philosophy? Probably that as well. Whatever you call it, His Ragged Company is a damned fine read....more
If the Stranger Magic series is Star Wars (It isn’t) then Crown and Chain is The Empire Strikes Back. Ash Fitzsimmons is reallyDarkest Before the Dawn
If the Stranger Magic series is Star Wars (It isn’t) then Crown and Chain is The Empire Strikes Back. Ash Fitzsimmons is really setting her characters up for a truly heroic (last) book 15. I can’t wait to see how she pulls this out!...more
A whole new system of magic would have been enough, but Innate Magic has an intricate and well paced plot on top. I can’tGripping all the way through
A whole new system of magic would have been enough, but Innate Magic has an intricate and well paced plot on top. I can’t think of a single thing that could have been better. ...more
Frances Evelyn has the remarkable talent of making you believe you’re reading a straightforward genre story only to pull out surprisFull of surprises
Frances Evelyn has the remarkable talent of making you believe you’re reading a straightforward genre story only to pull out surprises that make you wonder if genre is even something that can be applied to her.
Mostly this is a story about the Fae and the author has put a tremendous amount of thought into their history and psychology. If you’re tired of the same old same old, give this book a try.
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