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2026-05-09 23:08 UTC

Very much enjoying this. Past the ½-way, the story structure @cstross@wandering.shop is referencing — and references to others in the same series — is clear to the reader. This is no knock-off or parody in any manner, however; merely a pondering of “what if you put that guy in *this* situation?” It’s incredibly well-done. References to other great works — especially a mid-’30s German mesmer — are also intelligently included. This is a work of great skill. #reviews #BooksTodon #CineMastodon #LaundryFiles

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@IanAMartin@thecanadian.social 2026-05-10 00:13

I’ve just realized this is only №2 in the #LaundryFiles series. The fact that №1 has a short story/novella (depending on your definition) in addition to the novel is likely to be part of my confusion. Yet, I have already fully dedicated myself to reading all of @cstross@wandering.shop’s work in this series. It doesn’t take long for me to become obsessed, it would seem. But, damn, he’s good! #BooksTodon

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