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I listened to this book on audio, and it was definitely a distinctive read. I have to say that while I enjoyed it, it was challenging to listen to. I found it hard to visualize some concepts. I honestly have no brain for mechanical concepts, so listening to descriptions of the mecha devices was di...
I'm so disappointed because I've been looking forward to this book since March. This was one of those books where a lot happens but it feels so meandering and you're just waiting for it to be over. The plot, the characters, none of it felt cohesive. Uhg. Maybe I'll write up a little something more l...
Disclaimer: I always try to be honest and impartial in my reviews my goal is not to tear down a writers work but to offer my most humble constructive opinions. Be it negative or positive it’s meant to be taken as such, after all these are just my opinions so please take it with a grain of salt.The b...
So. I'm not a huge fan of steampunk. It's just not my particular fetish--reading about how normal things might have been made with OMG GEARS ALL OVER THEM bores the hell out of me. I like this book, though. My issues with it are the opposite of those I had with The Night Circus, which, while bea...
2.5 stars. The premise was good, the steampunk fascinating, however, the book failed to hold my attention. I considered not finishing it, but continued reading. The last part was the best part of the novel. The Iron Wyrm Affair by Lilith Saintcrow had everything going for it: A beautiful cover, Vict...
The cover reminds me of the Sherlock Holmes movie poster. :D