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Infernal Devices
by Philip Reeve
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When I first heard this was set 15 years after the first two, I was hesitant and sceptical that it was just another series trying to milk every last penny it could. Surprisingly, I liked it more than I was expecting, and I’m happy to report it offered its own, unique tale that built upon plotlines and ideas laid down in its prequels. In fact, I think it's my favourite of the series so far! Of course, with such a time jump, the characters were a struggle to reconnect to at first (and, in some cases, at all) but, once things got going, it didn’t detract too much from the thrilling tale.
Reeve attempted something different and, for me, that bold manoeuvre paid off. That's not to say he did so perfectly, but it's definitely a worthwhile addition to the series.
When I first heard this was set 15 years after the first two, I was hesitant and sceptical that it was just another series trying to milk every last penny it could. Surprisingly, I liked it more than I was expecting, and I’m happy to report it offered its own, unique tale that built upon plotlines and ideas laid down in its prequels. In fact, I think it's my favourite of the series so far! Of course, with such a time jump, the characters were a struggle to reconnect to at first (and, in some cases, at all) but, once things got going, it didn’t detract too much from the thrilling tale.
Reeve attempted something different and, for me, that bold manoeuvre paid off. That's not to say he did so perfectly, but it's definitely a worthwhile addition to the series.