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100pagesaday's review
4.0
This is an episodic steampunk-fantasy novella series that the author is planning to release bi-weekly.
Episode 1 is an introduction to Raven and her world. Raven is trained as a reaper; one who assassinates people, but must save a life for every one taken. She lives in a world with steam-powered horses and other devices. Raven is on her way into town to fulfill her debt and ask the man she loves to marry her. When out-of-control steam horses fly by her carrying a young boy, Raven springs to action saving his life. The young boy ends up being a baron, Darius, but one that is cursed. Now Raven will have to protect the Darius or find a way to lift the curse.
For a 59 page novella, there is a lot of action and plot packed in here. I also felt that there was a complete story arc. Raven's character is awesome, her training as a reaper makes her fierce and independent. In this episode, a lot of her skill is showcased as she is running from the guard. I am also intrigued by Darius' condition. It will be interesting to see what exactly is it and how it will be fixed. Looking forward to the next one!
Episode 1 is an introduction to Raven and her world. Raven is trained as a reaper; one who assassinates people, but must save a life for every one taken. She lives in a world with steam-powered horses and other devices. Raven is on her way into town to fulfill her debt and ask the man she loves to marry her. When out-of-control steam horses fly by her carrying a young boy, Raven springs to action saving his life. The young boy ends up being a baron, Darius, but one that is cursed. Now Raven will have to protect the Darius or find a way to lift the curse.
For a 59 page novella, there is a lot of action and plot packed in here. I also felt that there was a complete story arc. Raven's character is awesome, her training as a reaper makes her fierce and independent. In this episode, a lot of her skill is showcased as she is running from the guard. I am also intrigued by Darius' condition. It will be interesting to see what exactly is it and how it will be fixed. Looking forward to the next one!
cpcabaniss's review
4.0
Raven Steele is a reaper. For every life she takes, she must save another. If she does not she risks losing herself to oblivion.
On her way home Raven crosses paths with a young Barron and her life changes suddenly. Now with a new mission, being pursued by royal guards, Raven must flee, hoping that she can save herself in the process.
This was a very well written novella. Raven was an interesting character with a complicated past and uncertain future. Her wishes were constantly at war with her duties and it was heartbreaking to see them fall apart. Her interactions and fighting with the guards were really well done. I also really like the mix of fantasy and steampunk elements. A very enjoyable read.
On her way home Raven crosses paths with a young Barron and her life changes suddenly. Now with a new mission, being pursued by royal guards, Raven must flee, hoping that she can save herself in the process.
This was a very well written novella. Raven was an interesting character with a complicated past and uncertain future. Her wishes were constantly at war with her duties and it was heartbreaking to see them fall apart. Her interactions and fighting with the guards were really well done. I also really like the mix of fantasy and steampunk elements. A very enjoyable read.
somecharm's review
4.0
I really enjoyed this little serial. The steampunk side of it was brilliantly written with a good balance of prose to dialogue
ltg584's review
4.0
4.5 stars
FREE TODAY ONLY! 08/27
I have been a fan of Pauline’s for a while now. She doesn’t stay within the boundaries of one single genre, ranging from inspirational, to sci-fi, fantasy, horror, and my favorite, steampunk. No matter the genre, I know that her writing will always be solid and exciting, and her characters pop! The first episode in The Chronicles of Steele is no exception.
Steampunk is a really complex genre. It brings in aspects of historical fiction, but still requires a huge amount of world building. The technology needs to have very specific rules to how it will work, in order for it to be believable. Pauline has an amazingly complex set of rules, but she also introduces a character with a unique way of interacting with technology as well. Raven Steele is absolutely intriguing, and I’m frustrated that I have to wait for the next installment to have more!
In case you haven’t figured it out, this is a serial. There are some serious perks to reading a book in serial format. First off, they’re quick reads, so you can’t use the excuse that you don’t have time to read! You can fit them in between dropping kids off at school and your second coffee break. It also makes it easier for the author to get each episode to you quickly. The episodes will be released soon after each other, so I won’t have to wait another year for the next part of the story. Yessss! Now, the downside? I have only had the briefest of tastes to this great story, and I will spend the next month dreaming of Raven Steele. One episode is the equivalent of licking the icing off the top of a cupcake. Such a tease!
FREE TODAY ONLY! 08/27
I have been a fan of Pauline’s for a while now. She doesn’t stay within the boundaries of one single genre, ranging from inspirational, to sci-fi, fantasy, horror, and my favorite, steampunk. No matter the genre, I know that her writing will always be solid and exciting, and her characters pop! The first episode in The Chronicles of Steele is no exception.
Steampunk is a really complex genre. It brings in aspects of historical fiction, but still requires a huge amount of world building. The technology needs to have very specific rules to how it will work, in order for it to be believable. Pauline has an amazingly complex set of rules, but she also introduces a character with a unique way of interacting with technology as well. Raven Steele is absolutely intriguing, and I’m frustrated that I have to wait for the next installment to have more!
In case you haven’t figured it out, this is a serial. There are some serious perks to reading a book in serial format. First off, they’re quick reads, so you can’t use the excuse that you don’t have time to read! You can fit them in between dropping kids off at school and your second coffee break. It also makes it easier for the author to get each episode to you quickly. The episodes will be released soon after each other, so I won’t have to wait another year for the next part of the story. Yessss! Now, the downside? I have only had the briefest of tastes to this great story, and I will spend the next month dreaming of Raven Steele. One episode is the equivalent of licking the icing off the top of a cupcake. Such a tease!
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