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A review by clairedrinkstea
The Iron Duke by Meljean Brook
5.0
I'm still finding my steampunk feet and trying different interpretations on the genre. Meljean Brook certainly gives a good spin in the genre. Her history is very well rounded and expansive. I checked out her website prior to starting so had a good idea of the historical background and terms but these can easily be picked up throughout the book.
The steampunk elements were not overt but a constant part if the world and I felt at no point it was jarringly strange to have spider rickshaws it steal sea monsters which should be credited to Ms Brooks fleshed out world.
I liked both the central characters and am intrigued by the supporting cast that should any if their stories be told I want to read them. I'm especially a fan of Scarsdale but as his story would not be mainstream I can not see it being done wherein he would be lead.
As my first delving into Ms Brooks writing I shall be certainly picking up more of the Iron Seas series and look into get other books.
I really did enjoy this book and would recommend anybody who also likes Gail Carriger to pick it up.
The steampunk elements were not overt but a constant part if the world and I felt at no point it was jarringly strange to have spider rickshaws it steal sea monsters which should be credited to Ms Brooks fleshed out world.
I liked both the central characters and am intrigued by the supporting cast that should any if their stories be told I want to read them. I'm especially a fan of Scarsdale but as his story would not be mainstream I can not see it being done wherein he would be lead.
As my first delving into Ms Brooks writing I shall be certainly picking up more of the Iron Seas series and look into get other books.
I really did enjoy this book and would recommend anybody who also likes Gail Carriger to pick it up.