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kmherkes's review against another edition
4.0
I found this book to be as light and chewy as caramel corn and twice as addictive. It's a triple play of fun: a coming-of-age story, and alternate history with a touch of magic, and a classic tale painted up in a fresh, delightful coat of steampunk styling.
The plot starts with action, weaves and dances through backstory as lightly as an acrobat, and makes a lovely shadow-play out of the necessary world-building. There is enough description to deftly evoke the look and feel of the places and people, but not so much that it weighs down the action. The language is beautifully evocative, but never overwhelms. This is a book of bright colors and dark secrets, easy on the angst and strong on sassy dialogue. Have a seat on the bench, grab the snack of your choice, and settle in to enjoy the show.
The plot starts with action, weaves and dances through backstory as lightly as an acrobat, and makes a lovely shadow-play out of the necessary world-building. There is enough description to deftly evoke the look and feel of the places and people, but not so much that it weighs down the action. The language is beautifully evocative, but never overwhelms. This is a book of bright colors and dark secrets, easy on the angst and strong on sassy dialogue. Have a seat on the bench, grab the snack of your choice, and settle in to enjoy the show.
miroen's review
4.0
I found this book to be as light and chewy as caramel corn and twice as addictive. It's a triple play of fun: a coming-of-age story, and alternate history with a touch of magic, and a classic tale painted up in a fresh, delightful coat of steampunk styling.
The plot starts with action, weaves and dances through backstory as lightly as an acrobat, and makes a lovely shadow-play out of the necessary world-building. There is enough description to deftly evoke the look and feel of the places and people, but not so much that it weighs down the action. The language is beautifully evocative, but never overwhelms. This is a book of bright colors and dark secrets, easy on the angst and strong on sassy dialogue. Have a seat on the bench, grab the snack of your choice, and settle in to enjoy the show.
The plot starts with action, weaves and dances through backstory as lightly as an acrobat, and makes a lovely shadow-play out of the necessary world-building. There is enough description to deftly evoke the look and feel of the places and people, but not so much that it weighs down the action. The language is beautifully evocative, but never overwhelms. This is a book of bright colors and dark secrets, easy on the angst and strong on sassy dialogue. Have a seat on the bench, grab the snack of your choice, and settle in to enjoy the show.
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