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Waistcoats and Weaponry by Gail Carriger (2014, Hardcover)
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Immerse yourself in the captivating world of vampires, werewolves, and other supernatural beings with "Waistcoats and Weaponry" by Gail Carriger. This hardcover book, signed by the author, is a must-have for fans of young adult and juvenile fiction. The story takes place in a steampunk Europe, where manners and etiquette are just as important as combat skills. With 304 pages of gripping narrative, this book is perfect for those who enjoy historical fiction, science fiction, and supernatural tales. The book measures 9.2 inches in length, 6.4 inches in width, and 1.1 inches in height, with a weight of 17.6 ounces. It is published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers and is the fourth book in the Finishing School series.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherLittle, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN-100316190276
ISBN-139780316190275
eBay Product ID (ePID)201544531
Product Key Features
Book TitleWaistcoats and Weaponry
Number of Pages304 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2014
TopicSocial Themes / Manners & Etiquette, Paranormal, Occult & Supernatural, School & Education, Vampires, General, Werewolves & Shifters, Historical / Europe, Science Fiction
GenreJuvenile Fiction, Young Adult Fiction
AuthorGail Carriger
Book SeriesFinishing School Ser.
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight17.6 Oz
Item Length9.2 in
Item Width6.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceYoung Adult Audience
LCCN2014-002829
Dewey Edition23
ReviewsPraise for Waistcoats & Weaponry : A 2015 Locus Award Nominee A 2015 Steampunk Chronicle Best Young Adult Steampunk Fiction, "If spunky Lady Sybil from Downton Abbey happened onto a steampunk set, she might look a lot like Sophronia Angelina Temminnick." -- ShelfAwareness, "[Carriger] jumps right into the thick of the action, developing a fast-paced plot that is sure to keep readers' attention...this is a must-have purchase." -- School Library Journal, Praise for Etiquette & Espionage : An ALSC Notable Book for Children A YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults Pick A YALSA Popular Paperbacks Pick A Horn Book Summer Reading List Selection, * "Teenage and adult fans alike will rejoice that Carriger retains her flair for musical prose, over-the-top names, clever wit, and strange yet helpful mechanical devices of all kinds. Carriger's blend of comically exaggerated characters and madcap action will easily win over readers once again."-- Publishers Weekly, starred review, * "Carriger's leading lady is a strong, independent role model for female readers... Ladies and gentlemen of propriety are combined with dirigibles, robots, werewolves, and vampires, making this story a steampunkmystery and an adventure mash-up that is sure to intrigue readers..." -- School Library Journal, starred review, "The strength, wit, charisma, and sheer likeability of Sophronia is a refreshing and welcome change from the typical protagonist of today's young adult novels...Teenage girls will laugh, cheer, and empathize as the girls at the academy experience all of the same emotions they do, but in a Victorian steampunk fashion." -- Library Media Connection, * "Carriger's YA debut brings...cleverly Victorian methods of espionage, witty banter, lighthearted silliness, and a ship full of intriguingly quirky people."-- Booklist, starred review, * "[A] world of manners, steampunk, and the supernatural. [Carriger] again manages to blend the rules of etiquette with inventions and creatures effortlessly, creating a diverse world of wonder." -- VOYA, starred review, "Thrilling.... the well-wrought steampunk/supernatural setting provides a vibrant backdrop to Sophronia's fast-paced adventures and witty banter, and her difficult dilemmas...add emotional depth." -- The Horn Book, "Sophronia Temminick and her friends once again face adventure and mystery.... Carriger's trademark wit and humor are ever-present, and this outing in the Finishing School series finishes on a more emotional note as the heroine discovers where her heart lies."-- School Library Journal, "The language is every bit as delightful as in Sophronia's first adventure... even in this weightier tale."-- Kirkus Reviews, * "Teenage and adult fans alike will rejoice that Carriger retains her flair for musical prose, over-the-top names, clever wit, and strange yet helpful mechanical devices of all kinds. Carriger's blend of comically exaggerated characters and madcap action will easily win over readers once again." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review), Praise for Curtsies & Conspiracies : * "Carriger's second steampunk adventure exceeds the first... the fun, again, is in watching ever-practical Sophronia sneak and scheme her way into sometimes dangerous, sometimes riotously funny, situations.... We repeat: This witty, light-hearted series is not to be missed." -- Booklist, starred review, * "Carriger deploys laugh-out-loud bon mots on nearly every page...Amid all the fun, the author works in commentary on race and class in a sparkling start to the Finishing School series." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review
Grade FromSeventh Grade
Series Volume Number3
Dewey Decimal[Fic]
Grade ToCollege Graduate Student
SynopsisClass is back in session.... Sophronia continues her second year at finishing school in style--with a steel-bladed fan secreted in the folds of her ball gown, of course. Such a fashionable choice of weapon comes in handy when Sophronia, her best friend Dimity, sweet sootie Soap, and the charming Lord Felix Mersey hijack a suspiciously empty train to return their chum Sidheag to her werewolf pack in Scotland. But when Sophronia discovers they are being trailed by a dirigible of Picklemen and flywaymen, she unearths a plot that threatens to throw all of London into chaos. With her friends in mortal danger, Sophronia must sacrifice what she holds most dear--her freedom. Gather your poison, your steel-tipped quill, and the rest of your school supplies and join Mademoiselle Geraldine's proper young killing machines in the third rousing installment in the New York Times bestselling Finishing School series by steampunk author Gail Carriger.
LC Classification NumberPZ7.C23455Wai 2014
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- 11 Feb, 2017
Lots of tongue-in-cheek humor
Prequel series to Gail Carriger's Soulless books. If you liked Soulless you will probably like these. Lots of sly pokes at everything from Victorian manners to the cold war spy mindset.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 07 Jan, 2024
Wanted the Set
I have read the books and listen to them. I love this series and the characters; didn't know I was into steampunk before I read these booksVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
