Reticence

“carriger excels at wry humor and clever phrasing, and her ensemble cast is thoroughly charming and satisfyingly diverse. there’s a genuine sense of whimsy and fun running throughout this story, making it a treat for fans of the series.”

~ Publishers Weekly (Competence)

“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 (Impudence)

“the continued fantastical adventures of prudence alessandra maccon akeldama...are as charming as the first book in the series....for a silly, fun escape from day-to-day dirigible-less doldrums.”

~ Oklahoman (Imprudence)

“the author’s humor and affection for her outlandish characters is always appealing. a fun laugh.”

~ Library Journal (Prudence)

Gail Carriger writes comedies of manners mixed with paranormal romance (and sexy stuff as G L Carriger). Her books include the Parasol Protectorate and Custard Protocol series for adults, and the Finishing School series for young adults. She is published in many languages and has over a dozen NYT bestsellers. She was once an archaeologist and is fond of shoes, octopuses, and tea.

about Reticence

about reticence

1: the doctor floats

2: drama dama damp

3: a conspiracy of tea

4: floating familial relationships

5: mothers and their consequences

6: when all else fails, try the library

7: bobbing for parents

8: handmaidens, hats, and hasty marriages

9: arsenic has a patient

10: how not to arrive gracefully

11: temples in motion

12: kitsune are my weakness

13: breeches and rutabaga

14: dunking is an act of war

15: it’s in the plumbing

16: reunions, crisis, and crumpet requirements

17: on birth, death, and decomposition

epilogue: with a neat little bow

wait miss gail nooooooo!

acknowledgments

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