β Scribed by Kathe Koja
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Decca, runs a Victorian brothel, Under the Poppy, and is in love with co-owner Rupert, who, in turn, is in love with Decca's brother, Istvan. When Istvan appears, louche puppet troupe in tow, their desires play out against a backdrop of approaching war and the townsmen seek refuge watching the girls of the Poppy cavort onstage with Istvanβs naughty puppets....
Nominated for the IMPAC Award. Winner of the Gaylactic Spectrum Award.
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