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nicholeb84's review against another edition
4.0
I don't normally read anthologies, but there was something about this one that interested me. I'm very happy I picked this up.
The Stories:
"Mother Carey's Tale" by J. Anderson Coats. It felt like the beginning of something larger, and I couldn't help but feel like it could have been fleshed out just a bit more. (Maybe another 2-5 pages?) The character didn't grab me, but it was a unique story. 2.5/5 stars.
“The Journey” by Marie Lu - 2.5/5: I enjoyed her writing style in this short story. And, I thought the idea (though nothing too new) was done in a really nice way. I also really liked the main character.
“Madeleine’s Choice” by Jessica Spotswood - 3/5. The writing style was one I enjoyed. (I've never read Jessica Spotswood) But, the overall story was terribly predictable."
“El Destinos” by Leslye Walton: 5/5. A new favorite short story. A great and unique mix of myths and the real world. Beautifully written. I cannot wait to read more stuff from this author.
“High Stakes” by Andrea Cremer: 3.5/5. In a way, it felt like I was dropped into page 30 or so of a much longer novel. A really cool story, that again mixed myths and life. It was a bit cliche, but was enjoyable.
“The Red Raven Ball” by Caroline Tung Richmond: 3/5. Another story that was utterly predictable and even cliche. The writing style somewhat saved it.
“Pearls” by Beth Revis: 4.5/5. Amazing. Helen is an outstanding character, and I wish I could have read more about her and her students.
"Golds in the Roots of the Grass" by Marissa Meyer. 5/5. Wonderfully written and with great characters, too. I think that, so far, this is my favorite. It really left me wanting more. Can we get another short story about Fei-Yen and co?
“The Legendary Garrett Girls” by Y.S. Lee: 3/5. I loved the friendship between the sisters. I would actually like to read about Clara and Lily again, too. However, the overall story did not really hold my interest.
“The Color of the Sky” by Elizabeth Wein: 3/5. A well written story, that I enjoyed. Tony was a great character and it is always cool to see historical events via fictional characters.
“Bonnie and Clyde” by Saundra Mitchell: 3/5. Quick, interesting, and a lot of fun. I would have loved for there to be more of this story.
“Hard Times” by Katherine Longshore: 3/5. Rosie and Billy had a sweet friendship and I enjoyed their story. Could have done without Lloyd.
"City of Angels” by Lindsay Smith: 3/5. Good, but not great. There was something lacking in the story, that I couldn't place.
“Pulse of the Panthers” by Kekla Magoon: 4/5. Sandy and Bobby were great characters and I enjoyed the story a lot.
“The Whole World Is Watching” by Robin Talley: 3.5/5: A really strong story and a great way to end the anthology.
The Stories:
"Mother Carey's Tale" by J. Anderson Coats. It felt like the beginning of something larger, and I couldn't help but feel like it could have been fleshed out just a bit more. (Maybe another 2-5 pages?) The character didn't grab me, but it was a unique story. 2.5/5 stars.
“The Journey” by Marie Lu - 2.5/5: I enjoyed her writing style in this short story. And, I thought the idea (though nothing too new) was done in a really nice way. I also really liked the main character.
“Madeleine’s Choice” by Jessica Spotswood - 3/5. The writing style was one I enjoyed. (I've never read Jessica Spotswood) But, the overall story was terribly predictable."
“El Destinos” by Leslye Walton: 5/5. A new favorite short story. A great and unique mix of myths and the real world. Beautifully written. I cannot wait to read more stuff from this author.
“High Stakes” by Andrea Cremer: 3.5/5. In a way, it felt like I was dropped into page 30 or so of a much longer novel. A really cool story, that again mixed myths and life. It was a bit cliche, but was enjoyable.
“The Red Raven Ball” by Caroline Tung Richmond: 3/5. Another story that was utterly predictable and even cliche. The writing style somewhat saved it.
“Pearls” by Beth Revis: 4.5/5. Amazing. Helen is an outstanding character, and I wish I could have read more about her and her students.
"Golds in the Roots of the Grass" by Marissa Meyer. 5/5. Wonderfully written and with great characters, too. I think that, so far, this is my favorite. It really left me wanting more. Can we get another short story about Fei-Yen and co?
“The Legendary Garrett Girls” by Y.S. Lee: 3/5. I loved the friendship between the sisters. I would actually like to read about Clara and Lily again, too. However, the overall story did not really hold my interest.
“The Color of the Sky” by Elizabeth Wein: 3/5. A well written story, that I enjoyed. Tony was a great character and it is always cool to see historical events via fictional characters.
“Bonnie and Clyde” by Saundra Mitchell: 3/5. Quick, interesting, and a lot of fun. I would have loved for there to be more of this story.
“Hard Times” by Katherine Longshore: 3/5. Rosie and Billy had a sweet friendship and I enjoyed their story. Could have done without Lloyd.
"City of Angels” by Lindsay Smith: 3/5. Good, but not great. There was something lacking in the story, that I couldn't place.
“Pulse of the Panthers” by Kekla Magoon: 4/5. Sandy and Bobby were great characters and I enjoyed the story a lot.
“The Whole World Is Watching” by Robin Talley: 3.5/5: A really strong story and a great way to end the anthology.
littleyarngoblin's review against another edition
5.0
A Tyranny of Petticoats is the anthology everyone needs. Badass girls? Check. Diverse stories? Check. Amazing writers? Check. Each story was so, so unique, and I know there are a few new authors I've GOT to read.
tinynavajo's review against another edition
5.0
You think you a bad-ass girl? You think you're the only girl who has wanted to be something more? Well, you are not. But, this book will tell you 15 stories of girls who, throughout history, have broken the glass ceiling, and have reached beyond the stars. And someday, your own story may be in a book like this.
girlglitch's review against another edition
5.0
A Tyranny of Petticoats is a fantastic collection of short stories set across the States and 260 years of American history.
Although there's a variety of genres (ranging from straight-laced historical lit and romance, to action-packed adventure and fantasy), and some of the writers are more adept at the form than others (there were a couple that felt as if they were testing material for a novel), what really brings this anthology to life is the spirit these stories share. They're all about girls - diverse, brave, resourceful, kick-ass girls - facing what history has thrown at them and, in turn, making their own history.
I also enjoyed the author's notes at the end of each story. The writers have all contributed new stories to fit with the brief, so it's interesting to see why they choose a particular place or period of history. It's a little insight into why each story inspired its author - and also why it's important these stories about girls' history are told.
It's refreshing and empowering to see a YA collection like this - and I can only hope it is the first of many!
Although there's a variety of genres (ranging from straight-laced historical lit and romance, to action-packed adventure and fantasy), and some of the writers are more adept at the form than others (there were a couple that felt as if they were testing material for a novel), what really brings this anthology to life is the spirit these stories share. They're all about girls - diverse, brave, resourceful, kick-ass girls - facing what history has thrown at them and, in turn, making their own history.
I also enjoyed the author's notes at the end of each story. The writers have all contributed new stories to fit with the brief, so it's interesting to see why they choose a particular place or period of history. It's a little insight into why each story inspired its author - and also why it's important these stories about girls' history are told.
It's refreshing and empowering to see a YA collection like this - and I can only hope it is the first of many!
esmewasreading's review against another edition
4.0
One of my favorite anthologies I've read in a while!
I will post a more detailed review of every story probably tomorrow!
I will post a more detailed review of every story probably tomorrow!
kathrynkao's review against another edition
4.0
This is a really fun, clearly well-researched anthology of teenage girls across American history, beginning before the Revolution and ending in the 1960s. I’d only heard of two of the authors before, and hadn’t read any of their work, so this was also a great sampling of different women YA writers. I read in a Goodreads review of this book that the stories feel more like samplings of larger novels, and I think that’s very true for many of the stories–but for me, that’s a positive. The stories feel like snapshots of different girls’ lives at various parts in American history, and in different genres. For someone interested in a range of genres–or for someone who is reluctant to branch out of their reading habits–this book could be a great introduction to historical fiction or fantasy.
I also really appreciate how diverse the characters in the collection are, on pretty much every level: racially and culturally, but also socio-economically and regionally. There are stories about girls passing as boys, stories about girls avoiding marriage, stories about girls embracing marriage, and some fantastic stories about supernatural creatures, including an adaptation of the Three Fates. The settings range from Gold Rush Alaska to a group of Black Panthers to a pirate ship. I deeply felt that I was reading stories and histories of people I hadn’t read or learned about before, which was a pretty exciting experience. The level of detail and historical grounding of the stories was impressive; the end of each story has a short note from the author about their inspiration and research process. I consider myself to have a fairly solid knowledge of American history (although it could be stronger, as studying for the Social Studies CSET is showing me), but I learned quite a bit from many of the stories.
Full review: http://mrskaoreads.com/book/a-tyranny-of-petticoats-15-stories-of-belles-bank-robbers-and-other-badass-girls/
I also really appreciate how diverse the characters in the collection are, on pretty much every level: racially and culturally, but also socio-economically and regionally. There are stories about girls passing as boys, stories about girls avoiding marriage, stories about girls embracing marriage, and some fantastic stories about supernatural creatures, including an adaptation of the Three Fates. The settings range from Gold Rush Alaska to a group of Black Panthers to a pirate ship. I deeply felt that I was reading stories and histories of people I hadn’t read or learned about before, which was a pretty exciting experience. The level of detail and historical grounding of the stories was impressive; the end of each story has a short note from the author about their inspiration and research process. I consider myself to have a fairly solid knowledge of American history (although it could be stronger, as studying for the Social Studies CSET is showing me), but I learned quite a bit from many of the stories.
Full review: http://mrskaoreads.com/book/a-tyranny-of-petticoats-15-stories-of-belles-bank-robbers-and-other-badass-girls/
mfbr233's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book, my favorite stories were:
Madeline's Choice- Jessica Spotswood
The Red Raven Ball- Caroline Tung Richmond
Pearls- Beth Revis
City of Angels- Lindasy Smith
The While World is Watching- Robin Takkey
Madeline's Choice- Jessica Spotswood
The Red Raven Ball- Caroline Tung Richmond
Pearls- Beth Revis
City of Angels- Lindasy Smith
The While World is Watching- Robin Takkey
jadziadax's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this! Historical fiction about strong young women? Yes please!
susanp's review against another edition
3.0
I liked some of the stories, some not so much. The fantasy ones weren't really my thing, but some of the truly historical ones were good.
chinarose's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0