![]() Serenias-the high-born women of the city-live tightly laced lives, cloistered by their families before marriage, rigidly controlled by their husbands after.Įmmeline watches her twin brother gain success as a professional racing jockey while her own life grows increasingly narrow. The Velocipede Races by Emily June Street –įrom the book description: “Cutthroat velocipede racing enthralls the citizens of Seren, and Emmeline Escot was born to ride. Our heroine Emmeline sets out to change all that. It’s a compelling story set in a world in which bike racing plays a huge role (yay) but in which only boys can ride bikes or race (boo). If you’re looking for a gift for a young woman in your life, cyclist or not, have a look at The Velocopide Races. ![]() Thanks to author Emily Street for sharing it with me. I’ve just read a great fantasy ebook about girls, bicycling, and gender justice (themes familiar to readers of this blog). ![]()
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