The island, North Ronaldsay, is among the darkest inhabited places on earth. Its setting is rich for characters to romp about in, but the unbridled playfulness of the language and dialogue shines brightest.L ast September, Catherine Heymans, one of the world’s leading cosmologists, was supposed to board a ferry for the northernmost island in the Orkney archipelago. "The world of Timeless is a unique recipe of steampunk and fantasy spiced with light sprinkling of romance. With action, intrigue, and above all, proper manners, this excellent series will have broad appeal to readers of steampunk, urban fantasy, and paranormal and historical romance."- Library Journal on Heartless "Carriger delivers surprises with every book, and this one is no exception. Hamilton and Charlaine Harris for the top of the New York Times bestseller lists."- Fantasy Magazine on Changeless With a few more novels, this delightful, Ms. " Changeless is equal to Soulless: witty, sexy, graceful, and unpredictable. "The dialogue is as smart and snappy as ever, full of intelligent humor and artful verbal sparring."- All Things Urban Fantasy on Changeless " Soulless has all the delicate charm of a Victorian parasol, and all the wicked force of a Victorian parasol secretly weighted with brass shot and expertly wielded. A fun launch."- Library Journal on Prudence "The author's humor and affection for her outlandish characters is always appealing. "Readers who delighted in Carriger's Parasol Protectorate will be entranced by the familiar cast and trademark wit of the new Custard Protocol series.Behind the delightful whimsy and snarky observations, there is a great deal of heart and soul."- RT Book Reviews on Prudence Series fans will enjoy this mischievous romp, which revisits old favorites while raising a new crop of charming characters."- Publishers Weekly on Prudence "Carriger maintains a droll, tongue-in-cheek tone, and her protagonists are as concerned with witty banter and fashionable hats as they are with fighting for their lives. Filled with lavish fashions, supernatural high society, and witty dialogue, this story is a fine introduction to a fabulous new series."- Booklist on Prudence "Blending steampunk and urban fantasy in a colorful alternate Victorian England, Carriger presents a grand cast of characters on a harrowing adventure that stretches from England to India. "Carriger's trademark wit and whimsy are in evidence from the very first sentence, and the result is an inventive madcap adventure."- RT Book Reviews on Imprudence
There's a genuine sense of whimsy and fun running throughout this story."- Publishers Weekly "Carriger excels at wry humor and clever phrasing, and her ensemble cast is thoroughly charming and satisfyingly diverse.
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