SFF

Without a Summer

by Mary Robinette Kowal
Tor. (The Glamorist Histories, Bk. 3). Apr. 2013. 368p. ISBN 9780765334152. $24.99; ebk. ISBN 9781466808386. FANTASY
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Late in the spring of 1816, Sir David and Lady Jane Vincent have recovered from their war experiences and are spending time with Jane's parents in the English countryside. Accepting a glamural commission in London, the Vincents invite Melody, Jane's younger sister, to join them, hoping to brighten her mood and provide better opportunities for making a good match. But the couple must also fend off demands from Vincent's estranged family, protect misunderstood coldmongers, determine the truth from lies told, and still work their artistry.
VERDICT Koval's third historical fantasy title (after Shades of Milk and Honey and Glamour in Glass) will delight series fans as they reconnect with favorite characters in new situations. The underlying fantastical nature of this Regency England continues to flourish, making a unique backdrop for discussing complex topics of social inequality, superstition obscuring scientific fact, and political corruption. Even as the intricate natural and social elements engage readers, it is the sweet, strong emotional connections that draw them back for more.
Reviewed by Stacey Hayman, Rocky River P.L., OH , Mar 15, 2013
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