Cohosts Amber and Cas discuss Xiran Jay Zhao's Iron Widow, the first of their YA SF duology. A curious mashup of historical fiction and mecha SF that's perhaps best known for its true love triangle, Iron Widow tells the tale of Wu Zetian, a mecha pilot who starts out seeking revenge for the death of her sister and ends up changing her country in the process. Topics discussed include: accuracy in depicting disability, the societal factors of misogyny, and of course, that love triangle.

If you're interested in reading Iron Widow after listening to this episode, consider borrowing it from your local library or purchasing it from an independent bookstore!