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This pretty book can‘t hold my attention right now. The world building and explanation of the science/magic isn‘t gelling for me. So at 60 pages, I‘m #hibernating it. I may try again later this month, or it may be a complete bail. Too bad, I also have book 2…

The premise of the book intrigued me: an alternate version of 1906 SF where Japan and the US are allies and elemental magic exists. However, I felt the execution to be a little choppy and the characters occasionally felt inconsistent. I do have to give props to the author for bringing in discussions of sexism, racism, etc. and trying to be mindful of those elements. Incorporating myths/folklore from other cultures was also a nice touch.

Diversity, steampunk, historical San Francisco, transgender identity, gender roles, and mythical creatures....Cato covered a lot with this one. She writes interesting stories for sure.

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I've been using this Diversity Bingo #challenge as a To Be Read and Bought List. And I really wish I could remember where I saved it from. #anditsaugust @RealLifeReading

Just added this book to my TBR pile. Probably going to start reading it now while I still have some free time on my hands.

This is an alternate history set in early 1900s San Francisco about a young geomancer named Ingrid. I liked the setting and steampunk elements and how earthquakes tied into the magic of this universe, but I didn't love the book *quite* as much as I was hoping to.

This is an alternate history set in early 1900s San Francisco about a young geomancer named Ingrid. I liked the setting and steampunk elements and how earthquakes tied into the magic of this universe, but I didn't love the book *quite* as much as I was hoping to.

This book is out today, primarily dealing with geomancers but guest starring selkies and other magical creatures in an alternate timeline. So excited!