anniedelsignore's review against another edition
4.0
Guys. This was great. I haven't read a lot of historical fiction lately, so it was so nice to get back into with this awesome anthology. Sure, there were some that were better than others, but each story had something really captivating about it. And wow, the diversity in this book gets a thousand starts. I'm really excited for the next anthology from Jessica Spotswood, you can bet I'll be first in line!
alexandra0901's review against another edition
3.0
Mother Carey's Tale by J. Anderson Coats: 2/5
The Journey by Marie Lu: 4/5
Madeleine's Choice by Jessica Spotswood: 4.5/5
El Destinos by Leslye Walton: 4/5
High Stakes by Andrea Cremer: 4/5
The Red Raven Ball by Caroline Tung Richmond: 5/5
Pearls by Beth Revis: 4/5
Gold in the Roots of the Grass by Marissa Meyer: 5/5
The Legendary Garrett Girls by Y.S. Lee: 4.5/5
The Color of the Sky by Elizabeth Wein: 2.5/5
Bonnie and Clyde by Saundra Mitchell: 4/5
Hard Times by Katherine Longshore: 2/5
City of Angels by Lindsay Smith: 3/5
Pulse of the Panthers by Kekla Magoon: 2.5/5
The Whole World is Watching by Robin Talley: 3/5
The Journey by Marie Lu: 4/5
Madeleine's Choice by Jessica Spotswood: 4.5/5
El Destinos by Leslye Walton: 4/5
High Stakes by Andrea Cremer: 4/5
The Red Raven Ball by Caroline Tung Richmond: 5/5
Pearls by Beth Revis: 4/5
Gold in the Roots of the Grass by Marissa Meyer: 5/5
The Legendary Garrett Girls by Y.S. Lee: 4.5/5
The Color of the Sky by Elizabeth Wein: 2.5/5
Bonnie and Clyde by Saundra Mitchell: 4/5
Hard Times by Katherine Longshore: 2/5
City of Angels by Lindsay Smith: 3/5
Pulse of the Panthers by Kekla Magoon: 2.5/5
The Whole World is Watching by Robin Talley: 3/5
adrienneambo's review against another edition
4.0
Imaginative collection of short stories many profiling real life historical "bad ass" women of American History. Arranged chronologically, with some magic thrown into some of the stories, this was a refreshing collection highlighting many talented young adult writers.
resslesa's review against another edition
5.0
I just have to include a very favorite audiobook, the A Tyranny of Petticoats: 15 Stories of Belles, Bank Robbers and Other Badass Girls, edited by Jessica Spotswood. Read by the reader of The Hate I Give, Everything, Everything and The Sun is Also a Star, Bahni Turpin has pretty much become one of the narrator’s I most frequently hear when I turn on an audiobook.
I was especially impressed because other collections of short stories I have listened to have each been read by a different narrator, so the fact that Bahni Turpin was able to give unique voices to each female protagonist was definitely an amazing feet.
A Tyranny of Petticoats is a compilation of short stories from amazing authors like Kekla Magoon, Elizabeth Wein, and Andrea Cremer. What I realize I love about short stories is that I’m never bored-the author sets up the premise quickly, the conflict has to rise right away, and the plot has to resolve in a satisfying, yet succinct way. No trilogy to wade through or throw away subplots, just wham, bam, thank you ma’am -literally, thank you to both the female authors and female protagonists who packed lots of punches (again literally and figuratively).
I just love historical fiction as well, and I read about many different fascinating times and places, and loved each author’s note that detailed the true history surrounding the fictional story. And yes, as always, Elizabeth Wein has a flying story that made me cry! And yes, Andrea Cremer had a story with some awesome magic and great characters. Also impressive, all of the stories were equally good, a rare feat for a collection. A “sequel” of sorts looks like it is coming out next year, and I can’t wait! Definitely add this to your “must listen” list!
I purchased this book using my Audible App points. All opinions are my own.
I was especially impressed because other collections of short stories I have listened to have each been read by a different narrator, so the fact that Bahni Turpin was able to give unique voices to each female protagonist was definitely an amazing feet.
A Tyranny of Petticoats is a compilation of short stories from amazing authors like Kekla Magoon, Elizabeth Wein, and Andrea Cremer. What I realize I love about short stories is that I’m never bored-the author sets up the premise quickly, the conflict has to rise right away, and the plot has to resolve in a satisfying, yet succinct way. No trilogy to wade through or throw away subplots, just wham, bam, thank you ma’am -literally, thank you to both the female authors and female protagonists who packed lots of punches (again literally and figuratively).
I just love historical fiction as well, and I read about many different fascinating times and places, and loved each author’s note that detailed the true history surrounding the fictional story. And yes, as always, Elizabeth Wein has a flying story that made me cry! And yes, Andrea Cremer had a story with some awesome magic and great characters. Also impressive, all of the stories were equally good, a rare feat for a collection. A “sequel” of sorts looks like it is coming out next year, and I can’t wait! Definitely add this to your “must listen” list!
I purchased this book using my Audible App points. All opinions are my own.
theladygonzalez's review against another edition
3.0
favorites were... El Destinos, The Legendary Garrett Girls, Bonnie & Clyde and Hard Times
sewcialist_librarian's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
lexalore's review against another edition
4.0
*3,8
Mother Carey's Tale by J. Anderson Coats: 3/5
The Journey by Marie Lu: 4.5/5
Madeleine's Choice by Jessica Spotswood: 4/5
El Destinos by Leslye Walton: 4/5
High Stakes by Andrea Cremer: 4.5/5
The Red Raven Ball by Caroline Tung Richmond: 3.75/5
Pearls by Beth Revis: 5/5*
Gold in the Roots of the Grass by Marissa Meyer: 2.5/5
The Legendary Garrett Girls by Y.S. Lee: 4/5*
The Color of the Sky by Elizabeth Wein: 3/5
Bonnie and Clyde by Saundra Mitchell: 3.5/5
Hard Times by Katherine Longshore: 3/5
City of Angels by Lindsay Smith: 4/5
Pulse of the Panthers by Kekla Magoon: 4/5
The Whole World is Watching by Robin Talley: 4/5
Mother Carey's Tale by J. Anderson Coats: 3/5
The Journey by Marie Lu: 4.5/5
Madeleine's Choice by Jessica Spotswood: 4/5
El Destinos by Leslye Walton: 4/5
High Stakes by Andrea Cremer: 4.5/5
The Red Raven Ball by Caroline Tung Richmond: 3.75/5
Pearls by Beth Revis: 5/5*
Gold in the Roots of the Grass by Marissa Meyer: 2.5/5
The Legendary Garrett Girls by Y.S. Lee: 4/5*
The Color of the Sky by Elizabeth Wein: 3/5
Bonnie and Clyde by Saundra Mitchell: 3.5/5
Hard Times by Katherine Longshore: 3/5
City of Angels by Lindsay Smith: 4/5
Pulse of the Panthers by Kekla Magoon: 4/5
The Whole World is Watching by Robin Talley: 4/5
iggyebab's review against another edition
3.0
This book is a series of short stories. It is a great reset after reading an intense book or when you feel a little slumpy. As with any compilation some of the stories are better than others.
I recommend High Stakes by Andrea Cremer, The Legendary Garrett Girls by Y.S. Lee, and Bonnie & Clyde by Saundra Mitchell.
If you haven't read the featured authors, it might be a good way to check out their writing style to see if you like it before reading a full book.
I recommend High Stakes by Andrea Cremer, The Legendary Garrett Girls by Y.S. Lee, and Bonnie & Clyde by Saundra Mitchell.
If you haven't read the featured authors, it might be a good way to check out their writing style to see if you like it before reading a full book.
beaniedorman's review against another edition
4.0
Great anthology centered on empowering girls. I especially enjoyed El Destinos, by Leslye Waton and
Bonnie and Clyde, by Saundra Mitchell. Many powerful stories by many powerful authors contained within one volume.
Bonnie and Clyde, by Saundra Mitchell. Many powerful stories by many powerful authors contained within one volume.
kfish1829's review against another edition
3.0
I forgot how awesome anthologies are. Nothing like a good short story, everything gets wrapped up so quickly!
All of these stories are written by YA authors focusing on awesome fictional young women in America during the 19th and 20th century. There is a pirate, a bank robber, a ghost whisperer, a pilot, a hobo, a schoolteacher, an assassin, and more. They all dealt with a variety of issues like race, classicism, survival, etc. and were often tragic. I love happy endings, but I think short stories actually work really well when they are more tragic because it makes you think more. They often featured fascinating mythologies and cultural traditions, which were better explained in a blurb at the end of each chapter.
This wasn’t the best thing I’ve ever read, but I really enjoyed some of the stories. I loved the three sisters living during the Republic of Texas (duh) who were modeled after the Greek fates, the young woman struggling to survive in the frozen tundra with the help of creatures based in Inuit folklore, and the two sisters in Alaska who have to outwit a con man forcing them to sell their saloon.
3.5/5!
All of these stories are written by YA authors focusing on awesome fictional young women in America during the 19th and 20th century. There is a pirate, a bank robber, a ghost whisperer, a pilot, a hobo, a schoolteacher, an assassin, and more. They all dealt with a variety of issues like race, classicism, survival, etc. and were often tragic. I love happy endings, but I think short stories actually work really well when they are more tragic because it makes you think more. They often featured fascinating mythologies and cultural traditions, which were better explained in a blurb at the end of each chapter.
This wasn’t the best thing I’ve ever read, but I really enjoyed some of the stories. I loved the three sisters living during the Republic of Texas (duh) who were modeled after the Greek fates, the young woman struggling to survive in the frozen tundra with the help of creatures based in Inuit folklore, and the two sisters in Alaska who have to outwit a con man forcing them to sell their saloon.
3.5/5!