Shanghai Sparrow
Shanghai Sparrow by Gaie Sebold, published by Solaris in 2014, is a 384-page work that blends elements of fantasy, historical fiction, and steampunk. The story follows Eveline Duchen, a thief and con-artist navigating the challenging streets of London, where the stark divide between the wealthy and the impoverished is evident. When caught in a deception by Mr. Holmforth, Eveline faces a critical decision: accept transportation to the colonies or commit to an education at Miss Cairngrim’s school for female spies, a choice that leads her into a world of intrigue and danger.
Readers will find themselves immersed in Eveline’s journey as she grapples with her circumstances and the moral complexities of her choices. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of Shanghai, revealing the corruption of the Empire and the hidden lives of the Folk, the otherworldly beings of legend. As Eveline navigates this new environment, her decisions hold the potential to alter the fate of both her world and that of the mystical beings she encounters. This edition offers a rich exploration of themes related to survival, loyalty, and the impact of one’s choices in a rapidly changing society.
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Eveline Duchen is a thief and con-artist, surviving day by day on the streets of London, where the glittering spires of progress rise on the straining backs of the poor and disenfranchised. Where the Folk, the otherworldly children of fairy tales and legends, have all but withdrawn from the smoke of the furnaces and the clamour of iron. Caught in an act of deception by the implacable Mr Holmforth, Evvie is offered a stark choice: transportation to the colonies, or an education – and utter commitment to Her Majesty’s Service – at Miss Cairngrim’s harsh school for female spies. But on the decadent streets of Shanghai, where the corruption of the Empire is laid bare, Holmforth is about to make a devil’s bargain, and Eveline’s choices could change the future of two worlds…
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