Ron reviews Android Karenina, a Quirk mash-up of Tolstoy and robots.

But is it as good as Pride And Prejudice And Zombies?

Either that or Tolstoy is the perfect framework for steampunk.

Possibly a little of both.

I mean, look at whats happened to the Western world thanks to the economic downturn?

Everyones crazy and depressed and broke, unemployment is rampant.

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Some might contend that all the dependence on technology and robots is a moral weakness.

Its a setting that actually works better with the added elements.

Im not sure how Quirk could top this one.

This is quite possibly the definitive mash-up novel.

It adds to the source incredibly skillfully.

Put aside your fears.Android Kareninais a great read.

UScorrespondent Ron Hogan has always wanted a robot companion like Small Stiva.

Theres nothing better than a cute robot!

Find more by Ron at his blog,Subtle Bluntness, and daily atShaktronicsandPopFi.

Rating:

5 out of 5