'Larklight' by Philip Reeve
In a universe where aetheric icthyomorphs flit through space and Sir Isaac Newton discovered the key to accessible space travel, the British Empire is far reaching, and the Mumby family live contentedly in their quirky orbital home... Until they are attacked by giant pseudo spiders.
What follows is "A Rousing Tale of Dauntless Pluck in the Farthest Reaches of Space" told with charmingly naїve and over-the-top British patriotism. There is something about the alternative natural science that didn’t quite win me over, but on the whole Reeve’s universe is interesting to explore. The adventure is tightly plotted, ripping good fun, and finishes as all adventures should, with a nice cup of tea
What follows is "A Rousing Tale of Dauntless Pluck in the Farthest Reaches of Space" told with charmingly naїve and over-the-top British patriotism. There is something about the alternative natural science that didn’t quite win me over, but on the whole Reeve’s universe is interesting to explore. The adventure is tightly plotted, ripping good fun, and finishes as all adventures should, with a nice cup of tea