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The Somnambulist by Jonathan Barnes
1.0
While the author clearly has exceptional writing skills, I found his brilliantly worded sentences to carry a light load, as the plot and premise were utterly dismal. Characters that are disgusting simply because they can be, this baffles me. If I am to bond with the oddities of society, I need to know more *why* they are what they are. Jonathan Barnes wannabe-apocalyptic story buckles under the weight of the sheer number of freaks it must support. I dogged on through, but found the overall experience completely unsatisfactory.
Lady of Devices by Shelley Adina
4.0
Heaps of fun! All the bells and whistles of Victorian era London, with the always-popular plucky, smart, uppity female. But this one's not just another rebel. Under the hood, her steam engine runs strong. I highly recommend this for a light yet meaty steampunky read. I'm currently in the sequel and I believe it will get a good recommendation too!
The Light of the Home: An Intimate View of the Lives of Women in Victorian America by Harvey Green
5.0
A very late-breaking review from me. But I must mention this book, which has had a spot on my bookshelf for about two decades now. This is one of my 'go to' reference book, and has been fully read and re-read a dozen times. I feel it's a must-have for those who wander about in this 'enlightened' era.
Tales of New Babbage, the Steampunk City: Volume 2 by A.E. Cleanslate
4.0
Like your steampunk a bit on the cracky side? Here's various adventures inspired by the virtual Second Life city of New Babbage. It's cooler than you think, trust me.
Tales of New Babbage: The Steampunk City by A.E. Cleanslate
5.0
Brilliant. When was the last time YOU read a full volume of stories inspired by your Purdy Little First-Person-Shooter? Put down your game controls, blow off those mindless CNN and "legit" news articles about Second Life and just log the hell in already. Find New Babbage. Revise your ill-founded opinions. Really. Would I lie to you?
Magnificent Devices by Shelley Adina
4.0
Fun romp! It's a bit of a stretch how many times our plucky heroine manages to slip out of a tough situation, or have coincidence be on her side, but regardless, I quite enjoy this series.