Clockwork Samurai Author: Jeannie Lin Reviewer: Una Rating: A- What I’m Talking About: I have waited for the sequel to Gunpowder Alchemy, the novel ended with so many questions. Suffice to say, Clockwork Samurai does not disappoint, though I will say the plot thickens. At the conclusion of the previous novel I was left with […]
Gunpowder Alchemy Author: Jeannie Lin Reviewer: Una Rating: A What I’m Talking About: This is a new series by Jeannie Lin. I’ve read her Pingkang Li mysteries and enjoyed it. I like steampunk and the thought of it being centered in China piqued my interest. Gunpowder Alchemy is a riveting and beautifully written steampunk novel. […]
The Jade Temptress Author: Jeannie Lin Reviewer: Una Rating: A What I’m Talking About: After being enthralled by The Lotus Palace, I wasn’t sure what to expect from The Jade Temptress. Suffice to say, I was mesmerized by the story of Mingyu and Kaifeng. The story picks up a year after the end of The […]
About the Book The Lotus Palace Author: Jeannie Lin Publisher: Harlequin Released: August 23, 2013 REVIEW HERE Snippet … Yue-ying went downstairs to fetch a plate of red bean cakes from the kitchen as it seemed the men would stay awhile. When she returned, the old historian had turned the conversation back to the imperial court. […]
The Lotus Palace Author: Jeannie Lin Reviewer: Una Rating: A, 4.5 Stars What I’m Talking About: The Lotus Palace is the first novel in a new Tang Dynasty series by Jeannie Lin. Ms. Lin is a new-to-me author, and I am so excited to have volunteered for The Lotus Palace. Suffice to say, I was […]