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Engaging world-building

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4 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 03-12-25

This is the sequel to Paladin’s Grace and effectively resolves up a key mystery from that book, so I recommend it for that reason. In addition to a couple characters from PG, several new and intriguing characters are introduced. The romance has a bit too much awkward UST, even though the individual characters are fine. I recommend every city to support a temple of the White Rat.

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Not your average Regency romance!

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3 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 02-21-25

Almost flawless Regency style and settings, in a story—or three linked stories (or cases)—about twin sisters who are unmarried and thus “on the shelf,” but independently wealthy, so they use their skills to help women in need. So we see the underside of early 19th c. society—women’s lack of real power or equality under the laws, for example. Some scenes get pretty dark, but are realistic. Suffers somewhat from first-person-narrator syndrome, but this may not be a problem for many. The Audible narrator is quite good.

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Interesting

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 01-24-25

A vivid picture of (mostly) women's lives in mid-20th century India. The main character's and her struggles were easy to sympathize with, yet I wished she had just a little more self-awareness. Solutions to some of her problems seemed a bit too obvious to the reader, but she finally did figure things out. The next two novels should be worthwhile. The narration is fine. If you aren't familiar with Indian culture, the PDF included with the audiobook is helpful, and also includes a couple recipes, if you like that sort of thing.

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Excellent introduction to Sayers’ Wimsey mysteries

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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 01-03-25

Dorothy L. Sayers is one of the great authors of “golden age” mysteries. She may not have been as prolific as Christie, but what she wrote was so well written that it’s a pleasure to re-visit, even if you remember who-done-it. The narrator, Keble, is extremely proficient with voices and accents. One star off as a caution for some elements that may disturb 21st century audiences (racism, sexism); though Sayers herself was a noted feminist.

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Best experienced in print

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3 out of 5 stars
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1 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 12-09-24

I loved The Golem and the Jinni, but somehow the narrator here just hit my ears wrong. Perhaps it's just that 10 years haven't been kind to Guidall's voice, but his repetitive rhythm and lack of character voice differentiation did nothing for the story. Obviously from other reviews, others have enjoyed the narration very much, so maybe it's just me. In any case, I'll borrow this novel from my local library and enjoy it at my own pace, with voices in my own mind.

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Flavia doesn’t disappoint

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 11-27-24

Flavia DeLuce is determined as ever to solve a local mystery. This time she may have taken on more than she bargained for, and learns some things she really wasn’t ready for. Flavia’s growing up a bit, too, and in this novel she’s frequently contrasted with her younger cousin Undine, who’s annoying, but has a part to play. Excellent narration as usual by Jane Entwhistle.

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Promising title

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2 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 11-10-24

Unfortunately, the book doesn’t live up to title’s promise. It’s over-written, preachy (gets preachier as it goes along), and the attempted humor fails flat. Narration is adequate. Connections to real historical and geographical details are interesting, but you’ll have more fun with an encyclopedia and/or guide book.
Looking for good, clean steam-punk that doesn't hammer you over the head with religion? Try Shelley Adina's Lady of Devices and sequels.

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One of Heyer’s best!

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5 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 09-23-24

VENETIA is one of Heyer’s best and funniest novels. While I’m glad to see it return in a new print and audio edition, it deserves a better narrator than this one—someone who’s fully conversant with pronunciation and early 19th century terminology. Still worth a listen!

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Surprised me

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 07-01-24

While not what I’d call a comfortable throughout, Children of Time was definitely a worthwhile listen and ultimately an excellent and surprising book. Recommended!

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Runaway train!

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 06-30-24

Another action-packed Time Police adventure with team 236 in the middle of things. I appreciate all the characters, and Zara Ramm’s narration is excellent as always. The premise was fascinating, but at times a bit contrived and repetitive. But I wouldn’t have missed the epilogue for anything! Taylor is fantastic.

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