A review by rhodered
Death by Silver by Amy Griswold, Melissa Scott

4.0

Wow that was fun! I think I especially enjoyed the author’s sly way of giving her oblivious male leads, living in their man’s world, small insights into how competent and intelligent women really are. Plus, I liked the attention paid to their clothes. They consider what they are wearing in each situation and often change to fit wherever they are going next. It’s that feeling of historical accuracy, even though this is a world with magic, that I enjoy.

The magic is satisfying. It’s not cutesy. No warlocks or fae. It’s a science you study in college that’s based in words and writing as well as other precise factors. It’s about studying and not some inbred talent either I think - a professional accomplishment like being a lawyer or doctor.

This was fun, I always liked Melissa Scott’s SF. Now I guess I like her fantasy too.