My Sister's Song

A well written short story set on the edge of the Roman Empire based on a good knowledge of history.

Most of what I have read of Gail Carriger's work has been some form of comedy - some more serious than others - and some very serious moments, but always with a bit of humour to liven things up. This was straight Historical Fiction, and she did such a good job that I would love to read more of it (that said I'm still hoping for more SF - she did a good job there too).

I had no idea that Gail Carriger had an MSc in Archaeological Materials. I've got to say that it hasn't really come up in her Victorian or Far Future tales, but reading this I was noticing quite a few little details being mentioned which impressed me, having studied Archaeology many moons ago (side note: knowing actual history worked as a spoiler for me - but the way she worked things was excellent). Then I got to the authors note and it mentioned the MSc... wow...respect to Ms Carriger, they don't just hand those out.