It is the Age of Enlightenment. The excitement of scientific discoveries is everywhere. But not for Mim and Alex trying to make a living as Curiosities in a Travelling Show. At least until Mim becomes The Electrical Venus. This is a lively, unexpected treat whirling the reader to a rich, vivid past in the company of two teenagers facing life. I loved it - but do not be fooled by the cover. No magical realism here - just realism.
(Ferelith Hordon - bwl 89 Summer 2018 ) |
