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cjdawn236's review
4.0
I enjoyed this book even more than the first one, but it still ends rather abruptly and leaves me wanting more NOW. I can’t wait for the next installment of Arabella’s adventures.
piperkitty's review
4.0
I feel the author got a better chance in this book. Arebella comes more alive in this book. It flows better as well and you feel more invested in the characters and story.
wolfsbane26's review
adventurous
medium-paced
4.0
This is the second book in The Clockwork Chronicles series. Since it leads off directly after the first one, I would suggest reading the first book before this one.
I must say, I enjoyed this book a lot more than the first one. The author delves into the concept of the main characters powers more and has the writing is more theirs this time around. More experience went into this book.
We once again follow Arabella, a witch of technomancy, a power no witch has possessed before now. The rest of the witch community is divided. Some see Arabella as hope for the future while others see her as an abomination. Before now, witches and technology did not mix.
In order to protect Arabella from those who wish her harm, her mother sent her and her sister, Rowena, to Ireland to help find a solution to the blight that is affecting crops causing starving families. Witches in the past have tried to no avail. Can Arabella bring a new light to this blight?
roxsannel's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
5.0
Arabella Leyden returns and she is finally able to come to terms with her powers of Technomancy, but it still isn’t all smooth sailing for her, since she passed the Trials and became a fully recognised witch, she has constantly faced criticism from others because of her lack of, in their minds, true magical talent. This has not deterred her from following her own patch and finding ways to cope, but some are finally coming round to see it as a possible advantage.
She has only just found a moment to breathe and let her current situation sink in when receives a summons, wherein, she is given her first assignment and it is not an easy one, she has been chosen to travel to Ireland and see if she can find a solution to the famine which is blighting the Isle and lend her help to the witches who reside there. So she soon finds herself having to adapt to a new situation, so she chooses her travel companion and meets the others who will be travelling in their small party, although on the surface it seems quite straightforward, what she learns about past assignments set her ill at ease.
The journey opens Arabella’s eyes about the world around her and how much she doesn’t know, but she is determined to learn as much as she can so that she can be as successful as possible with the assignment, however, with danger lurking around every corner and finding out that previous Sortilege family members have died trying to solve the problem she has also been given, Arabella must stay on her guard while listening to those around her who are also trying to keep her safe from harm.
Will the machinations of those around her lead her to more danger, or will her unique combination of magic and science be the solution to the prayers of many? This is another sci-fi fantasy where secrets abound and discoveries are made, as problems are researched, opinions are heard and options are considered while danger hides in the shadows all around those involved.
aims2read's review
adventurous
challenging
medium-paced
5.0
First thing to come to my mind is that this author really knows how to hook the reader. The first installment spent most of the novel building up its characters and Arabella’s journey to becoming the one she was meant to be all along and creating their world in such a fashion that you feel as though you are right there. Amazing. This second installment, which I also couldn’t put down, is exactly what I look for in a continuation of a story. It transported me into its pages and took me on the adventure of a lifetime. We hear a little bit about Ireland and the Irish witches in the first novel, and now we were able to join Arabella on her adventure to try and help those that have been struggling for so long. Honestly, there’s not much left that this author didn’t cover, and I’ll be honest, all I wanted to do this weekend was finish it, wanting to know what was going to happen.
I absolutely loved the way we see more transpire between Arabella and her sisters, and acquaintances, as well as the new characters that are brought into the story in this installment. No longer is she the little black sheep, but rather, the one that a lot of folks are counting on to better their lives, and technology. She has grown into the person she was always meant to be, and I admire that about her character. The drama and the action and adventure that was incorporated into this thrilling story is immaculately done, and I very much look forward to what happens next. Be aware, the ending is a cliff-hanger! Looking forward to reading more by this author, too.
_clquiles_06_'s review
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
4.0
This book was better then book one.
I really enjoyed the characters in this story.
As in the first book our female main character still needs to prove herself to her family.
Is she a witch or an abomination.
This read is all about a young witch coming into her power and risking her life to save the world from powers that cannot be controlled. Disease.
There are guardians of the witches and they were my favorite.
We get to see more of this power that isn’t known to the family.
I am still not a huge fan of this story as a whole but I enjoyed the characters and I feel there is character development in the main character.
I am looking forward to the next installment of this series.
I see where the author is coming from,This is good for introduction to young adult readers.
This definitely earned four stars this was very enjoyable.
rayne's review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
4.0
Intriguing magical fantasy
This is a fast-paced novel with a bit of a twist. This is the second book in the series but the first book I have read by this author. I didn’t feel lost at all but I did have to piece a few things together. With a mix of paranormal, steampunk and fantasy this had me intrigued. The writing is easy to read. It finished rather suddenly and has left me wanting more. I think I’ll go and read book 1 while I await book 3. Recommend.
shellyk51's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
4.0
Arabella is back in book two of this series. She is being sworn into the witch sisterhood and there are more adventures ahead. Secrets are coming out. Sisters are having break downs. Mom has issues. You really should read this installment: relatable characters with lots of quirks; plot twists abound; and a pretty quick read that will make you smile. Oh and I can't wait for book 3. Love her cliffhangers. Recommend you push the one-click and give this one a read.
arthistorygirl's review
4.0
The Clockwork Solution is the second book in The Clockwork Solution. The book is the continuation of the story of Arabella and her magical power of technomancy. I enjoyed this book more than the first and could get into the story more. Though aiming for a YA audience, I think teens and older readers can enjoy this series. The characters have become better developed, which has helped drive the story. However, it did end a bit abruptly, so I hope there is more to this series in the future.
I look forward to finding more from this author in the future.
I look forward to finding more from this author in the future.
van829_86's review
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
5.0
This book picks right up where the first book, “The Clockwork Witch” ended. If you haven’t read the first book do so before reading this one as everything will make far more sense!
After having successfully passed the witch trials Arabella thinks that she is protected by the sisterhood of witches but quickly finds out that is not the case. Now she must face the dangers that are coming from every corner all while deciding which house she wants to choose to align with. Fraught with uncertainty of the future after declaring technomancer as her chosen skill, Arabella receives her first task as a witch with hopes she’ll be more protected in another country. With her unheard of skills Arabella hopes to help cure the blight that threatens families in Ireland but unfortunately they are unwelcoming of witches. Can Arabella figure out what is causing the blight of the potatoes with her powers or is this simply to keep her occupied and out of harm's way? What of her budding romance can it survive not only meeting family but staying under the same roof? More questions that answers arise as Arabella tries to solve the blight in Ireland but is there a connection between past circumstances and present situations?
This book was a wonderful sequel to the first book. Written with such care to character development and situations that allow the reader to feel a part of the story. I cried and I laughed and now I must mourn because I finished it and await to see if another book in the series will be forthcoming.