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Bad Machinery Volume 5: The Case of the Fire Inside
Bad Machinery Volume 5: The Case of the Fire Inside | John Allison
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The new year brings the all the joys and near-drownings of young love in The Case of the Fire Inside, the latest volume of Bad Machinery! Sonny meets a mysterious new girl who seems to have climbed out of the sea itself, while Mildred falls for the bad boy of Saturday detention. But can either of them succeed in the face of jealous exes, overprotective fathers, and the persistent tide of DESTINY? What is a "selkie"? Is a Morton's toe fatal? And can Dark Rotuss truly save the galaxy?
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jmtrivera
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For the first time, I could actually tell where this story was going, but it didn't take away from the fun. Again it was nice to see the characters interact in different ways, and the addition of romance was sweet. I think I preferred the prior book in terms of humor, but I really liked the plot and resolution of this volume a lot.

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JAMZ
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I love Bad Machinery so much, and this is one of my favorite storylines. A nuanced and subtle take on adolescence and how everyone matures at a different pace, with a healthy dose of selkies. John Allison is one of the finest storytellers out there, and if you haven't read Bad Machinery start NOW.

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Carol
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If this panel doesn't hook you, skip the whole series. If you just made a note to start reading Bad Machinery, you have found in me a kindred soul. Hit me up when you read this (I'm a Lottie, be forewarned) & we'll discuss.
Sad to be finally caught up. I need more John Allison in my life!

Chessa OMG I want this right now! Off to check the library catalog.. 9y
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