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Etiquette & Espionage

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Katy K.

Finally a new steampunk book from the inimitable Carriger – this time for teens. Etiquette & Espionage. Finishing School Book the First. by Gail Carriger. This book starts a new series, set in the same world as the Parasol Protectorate … Continue reading →

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Spirit Gate

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Katy K.

I really enjoyed Kate Elliott’s steampunky fantasy Cold Magic, and thought I’d explore some of her earlier work while waiting for the third book of that series to come out. Spirit Gate. Crossroads Book 1. by Kate Elliott The Crossroads … Continue reading →

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How Eskimos Keep Their Babies Warm

Posted on June 4, 2012 by Katy K.

There have been a couple of books about parenting in other cultures recently that I just haven’t wanted to read. Just from the descriptions, I could tell both that the basic premise is “Americans are parenting wrong” (as if an … Continue reading →

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