' Passing Strange is best adult work to date.' ― The Chicago Tribune For fans of speculative fiction with a strong sense of place.' ― Booklist 'Klages deftly weaves each thread to a climax both bittersweet and empowering while demonstrating historical knowledge and immense fondness for her subjects and setting. Passing Strange is a quick, enchanting read.” ― Romantic Times “A tightly written plot and an unyielding sense of wonder. 'Klages folds history and the modern world into a thoroughly satisfying novella that's rich in detail, warm in regard, and clever in execution.' ― Publishers Weekly, starred review You will, too.' ―Nicola Griffith, author of Hild 'Ellen Klages's love for queer San Francisco is evident in every line: its history, its mystery, and its people in all their variety and glory. It earns my highest compliment: I wanted more.' ―World Fantasy Award winner Caitlin R. 'With Passing Strange, Ellen Klages has spun a marvelously gritty tale of the bad old days, deftly weaving a tapestry from bittersweet nostalgia, magic, weirdness, romance,and the ugly truth of being queer in San Francisco at the dawn of WWII. 'A moving and genuine love story.' ― The Washington Post A must-read!' ―Ann Leckie, New York Times bestselling author of the Imperial Radch trilogy

'A once-invisible slice of history, filled with vibrant, non-idealized characters, and fabulous writing to boot.

Passing Strange by Ellen Klages