A review by heyshay07
Broken Sky #1 by Chris Wooding

3.0

I've been trying to read this book since I bought it in 1999, 17 years ago! I keep starting it, putting it down, and forgetting about it- not that it isn't an interesting or good book. It's just not page turning. The story is a steampunk blend of magic and technology. It reads a lot like 90's anime adventure which based on the cover is probably why I picked it up in the first place. After the initial setup, the book moves along faster so if you can get past the first section it is more worth it. It definitely leaves you on a cliff hanger and with some unanswered questions. I'll read the second one because I bought it too. The story is definitely more for upper elementary grades and might be a tad too young or simple for the middle schoolers who are used to stories like Attack on Titan and darker anime.