Clever, Unique, and Unexpected

"A very fluid, exciting story you don't expect, mixing elements of fantasy and science fiction without showing the seams. Frankie has a wonderful way of evoking her world without tiresome back story and exposition. This is an excerpt from Chapter 2, and even without Chapter 1 you understand where you are and are not looking for stability. The characters are already compelling and the world fascinating. It's not labored or trying too hard to be clever--it simply IS clever. I'm very interested to read Chapter 1 and the subsequent chapters. Great entry for the contest--not so great for the rest of us who entered (competition!). :)"