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Revision as of 18:14, 14 December 2008 by Otolemur crassicaudatus (talk | contribs) (Removed category "Science fiction novels"; Quick-adding category "2000s science fiction novels" (using HotCat))(diff) ← Previous revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)| Author | Jo Walton |
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| Language | English |
| Series | Small Change |
| Genre | Alternate history novel |
| Publisher | Tor Books |
| Publication date | 30 September 2008 |
| Publication place | United States |
| Media type | Print (Hardcover) |
| ISBN | ISBN 978-0765316219 Parameter error in {{ISBNT}}: invalid character |
| Preceded by | Ha'penny |
Half a Crown is a science fiction novel written by Jo Walton published by Tor Books in Sepbember, 2008. The first "Small Change" novel, Farthing, was released in August 2006. The second novel in the trilogy, Ha'penny, was released in October 2007.
Plot summary
The book is a thriller set inside an alternate history in which the United Kingdom made peace with Adolf Hitler and the United States did not become involved in World War II. England's government has become fascist and authoritarian. Peter Carmichael, formerly an Inspector for Scotland Yard, is now head of the secret police called "The Watch". He must deal with political intrigue by those jealous of his position and safeguard his teenage ward while keeping secret his illicit activities helping Jews and dissidents who wish to flee the country.
Reception
Publishers Weekly was mixed in their review saying "Walton's understated prose and deft characterizations elevate this above similar works such as Fatherland and SS-GB. Some readers, though, may feel let down by an optimistic ending that jars with the series' overall downbeat tone."
Publication history
- 2008, USA, Tor Books ISBN 978-0765316219 Pub date 30 September 2008, Hardback
Notes
- "Half a Crown". Publishers Weekly. Vol. 255 (Issue 31): p43. August 4, 2008. ISSN 0000-0019.
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