This is the first I’ve read of Beth Cato, and I must say I was pleasantly surprised. Breath of Earth is a historical fantasy about a young woman, Ingrid, who has a power she does not understand. A power generally only inherited by men.
Set in San Francisco in the early 20th century, Breath of Earth is a fast-paced steampunk ride through the world of geomancy. The immersion and pace of Ingrid’s story feeds fully into the development of a series. I look forward to reading more from Beth Cato.
