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The Eternal Machine by Carol Ryles
3.75
adventurous dark mysterious slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

I received an arc of the book from the publisher, via NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.

This debut novel is a truly original fantasy/sci-fi book with steampunk and Victorian vibes. We follow 2 separate timelines for much of the book and see how they come together. The characters are well developed and often morally grey. The plot is intriguing, dark and complex.