CBR14 Bingo: “Gaslight” – In a setting influenced by ancient China, there is no electricity, all lights are flame based. A Magic Steeped in Poison was featured by Mysterious Galaxy earlier this year. As a self-described tea snob, I was instantly interested. I got the audiobook to listen during my health stomps. While listening, I appreciated hearing the correct pronunciations of the Chinese (or Chinese inspired) names. However, sitting down to try and write the review I’m hampered by not knowing how names are spelled. […]
A tea based magic system in an ancient Chinese inspired setting, yes please. (Bingo #2!!)
A Magic Steeped in Poison: The Book of Tea vol. 1 by Judy I. Lin