![]() ![]() A homage to Wodehouse without being sycophantic, this is fantastic.In the early 1830s, Jean Eugène Robert-Houdin created an automaton that was a technical marvel for its time and is still regarded as one of the greatest illusions of all time. Fans of Wodehouse will certainly appreciate Dolley's witty pastiche," - Publishers Weekly "I found myself laughing out loud at Reggie and the fabulous Reeves as they romped their way through various adventures. ![]() I don't think I've actually laughed out loud this much while reading a book in a very long time." - ErisAerie "Dolley's collection of Wodehousian steampunk is entertaining and often spot-on parody. A steampunk novel that combines classic British Humor, tongue-in-cheek references to Sherlock Holmes and a cast of great characters. Highly recommended, take a spin in this steampunk hybrid and enjoy the ride!" - SF Revu "I enjoyed every page of this book. Any Wodehouse fan will want to grab a copy of this work, but even if you have never explored that world, What Ho, Automaton! is a fun and fascinating read. More than fascinating, this work is also rip-roaring fun! But where Dolley really excels is in capturing the atmosphere and humor of the Bertie and Jeeves stories. Dolley is a master at capturing and blending all these elements. Wodehouse, steampunk and a touch of Sherlock Holmes. REVIEWS "I found myself snickering and snorting as I read, thinking the entire time 'this is pure awesome'"- Tiffany A. With the help of Reeves's giant brain and extra helpings of fish, he conducts an investigation that only a detective of rare talent could possibly envisage. When Reggie discovers that four debutantes have gone missing in the first month of The London Season and, for fear of scandal, none of the families have called the police, he feels compelled to investigate. Something Rummy This Way Comes - a 164 page novel chronicling their first case. What Ho, Automaton! - a 32 page novelette about how the two met. The book contains two stories set in an alternative 1903 where an augmented Queen Victoria is still on the throne and automata are a common sight below stairs. ![]() And, two, a consulting detective's little grey cells require plenty of fish and frequent lubrication when confronted with a 'three cocktail problem.' Reeves needs all his steam-powered cunning and intellect to curb the young master's excessive flights of fancy. Dolley's tone is spot on Wodehouse and the steampunk elements tie into both plot and silliness admirably." - Gail Carriger, author of Soulless Reggie, an avid reader of detective fiction, knows two things about solving crime: One, the guilty party is always the person - and, occasionally, the orang-utan - one least suspects. ![]() "Dolley got me to laugh out loud near the end. More than fascinating, this work is also rip-roaring fun!" - SF Revu What Ho, Automaton! chronicles the adventures of Reggie Worcester, gentleman consulting detective, and his automaton valet, Reeves. ** Finalist for the 2012 WSFA Award ** "A fun blend of P.G. ![]()
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