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The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2) by Michelle D. Sonnier – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2)The Clockwork Solution by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Clockwork Solution is the second book in The Clockwork Chronicles. It is a steampunk fantasy about a young witch whose unique power, Technomancy, puts her at the forefront of a changing world of both magic and technology. This series will delight young adult and older readers who enjoy the intersection between magic and tech, and stories with a historical setting.
In this second book, Arabella is sent to Ireland to see if there is anything her family – both witches and “mundane” relatives – can do to help reduce the impact of the famine. But witches, blamed by many for the famine, are not welcome in Ireland. And there is no guarantee that the forces threatening her in London won’t have followed her across the Irish Sea.
I particularly liked Eliza and Sarah, the Guardians who accompany Arabella and her sister, Rowena, on their journey. Both powerful and experienced, they have strong personalities which at times are in conflict but at others provide a balanced and thorough approach.
This book gets five stars from me, and I can’t wait to see how Arabella’s next adventure turns out. I would recommend readers start with the first book in the series, The Clockwork Witch, to get to know the characters and the wonderful world portrayed in the books.

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A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis – Review By Lorrene Huisman

A Spider in the GardenA Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I could not get enough of this book, and the writing. I love my paranormal stories. That goes without saying. I loved this one especially though, as it goes really deep into the depth of the characters and the paranormal side as well. This one was full of excitement, as well as suspense. Great read!

Aranha was a great character. I knew right from the start I would be drawn to her with no questions asked. She was convincing in her ways a as a character. She was a born species, that was unlike no other. I loved her backs tory and where she had come from. As well as who she was as a person. Interesting and fascinating all swirled in the same glass. i loved the side characters well They all made this great circles that really built the story as well as its flow. I loved the build up, all the way to the ending. I highly recommend it, I loved this book and really enjoyed the work of this author!

Wonderful read, full of everything and more for a great read! I highly recommend you picking up this book as well as enjoying work by this author. Both are a high recommendation and not ones to be passed up. The author wrote an engaging story, and I loved it. So happy I came across this book!

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Whitney Morrison

The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So many plot twists and what the heck moments! I absolutely loooved The Mesmerist. Jana tries to see the good in everyone even if they’ve shown otherwise in some ways and I really related to that. I couldn’t put this book down because I just had to find out what was going on! Magic book with plot twists are one of my favorites and I was amazed by this book. Overall amazing world building, characters and just great story that kept me wanting more!

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A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis – Review By Bobbi Wagner

A Spider in the GardenA Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this paranormal story. This is a well written story about being the last of a species and facing the future and danger. I enjoyed how creative the characters are, especially Aranha and Dag. They are characters that are connectable and have great chemistry throughout the story. They pulled me into the story from the beginning and kept the story engaging. Their story was hard to put down. The author’s use of details made the story not only realistic but made the story entertaining to read. I enjoyed this story and what the characters brought to the story. This is a great pick up and highly recommended.

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Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors by C. L. Schneider – Review by Michelle Marlow

Smoke & Mirrors (Nite Fire #3)Smoke & Mirrors by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once again we are in for an action packed supernatural adventure with Dahlia Nite, Evans and Creed.

They have discovered various body parts all throughout Sentinel City. Every time they think they make some sort of leeway into what is happening they are thrown for another loop.

On top of that since the prior book Chain Reaction, they are having more of a hard time actually hiding that there are other types of beings from the “normal” world. I couldn’t put this down, I finished it one day. Dahlia Nite is absolutely one of my favorite sarcastic leading women I have ever read!

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Audrie Harrington

The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A fantasy mystery with a new take on magical abilities that I had not read before. The story takes place in a royal court where Adrijana has come to visit her best friend, Simeon, and also try to work for or befriend the princess so she can stay. The story unfolds as the Mesmers discover her true identity which her father had been hiding using a plant they grow and deliver to the royal court. Mesmers had been mostly killed off in the kingdom and are often thought of as having terrible magic and powers. Members of the royal family are dying and Adrijana is trying to help solve the mystery and the murders, while also learning the new powers that come with being a Mesmer. There are wonderful characters that are easy to follow as the story is told and there are mysteries and plot twists that keep you guessing as you flip the pages.

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Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors by C. L. Schneider – Review by Daryian Lucas

Smoke & Mirrors (Nite Fire #3)Smoke & Mirrors by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was the first book I read in the series and I definitely need to go back and read the first two. I could understand what was going on, but I know for sure I would have much more ease with a background story. This author writes in an exciting and intriguing style that will pull you in and have you wanting more. Know that this is book 3 of 5, I will be reading books 1-2 & 4-5. This is a great read in fantasy which is starting to become my favorite genre!

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Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors by C. L. Schneider – Review by Jana Lewis

Smoke & Mirrors (Nite Fire #3)Smoke & Mirrors by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a great story – full of fantasy elements and mystery throughout. I like how the author weaves various types of creatures, some that I have heard of and some that I have not, in a society where they hide almost in plain sight. Crimes that seem to be related draw Nite further into the mystery, blurring the lines of her world and ours. Some elements reminded me of The Silence of the Lambs but with dragons and fantastical creatures. I was a bit lost on some aspects of Nite’s relationship with some of the characters because I have not read the previous novels, but it was not something that ruined the enjoyment of the story.

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A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis

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A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis
Genre- Fantasy, Paranormal, Romance
Page Count – 240
Cover Designer – Marianne Nowicki
Two perfect species were created in the garden, but they didn’t stay there.
Aranha is the last of her kind, a spider shifter who preys upon the dregs of society in an attempt to validate her existence and feed her hunger. She’s lived alone for two hundred years, no family and no friends; always watchful for those who would kill her.
Dag is one of a dying species, vampires who can walk in the day. They have lost their companions and live in dread of the day that they too will become extinct; leaving the earth to the vile creatures who prey upon humans without mercy.
Aranha sees danger in Dag’s face, Dag sees the future in hers. Neither can believe the other exists and their lives are about to get very complicated. Together they embark on a mission to save a young human from the vampires and learn the reality of what their two species were doing in The Garden of Eden.

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Courtney Davis is an author of urban fantasy, paranormal, supernatural fiction with a little romance and humor thrown in. She loves creating worlds and exploring human, and inhuman, interaction. She lives in North Idaho with her husband and children where she teaches and enjoys time spent relaxing in the summer sun and winters by the fire. She has always had an affinity for reading and writing and a goal to make a career of it. There is no greater joy than to know her words took a reader out of reality for a time and into another world.

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Megan Watson

The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The “who done it?” books always get my suspicions going and everyone is guilty until innocent in my mind. I had that feeling throughout most of this book and loved it! Andrijana is a 17 year old girl from a farm village and is very excited to experience her first time at court. When the queen mysteriously falls to her death, Adrijana’s life is turned upside down as eyes look to the new girl for a person to blame.
Dragan, a royal mesmer – is her only ally as she tries to maneuver through the mystery of who had the motive and the most to gain by the murder of the queen and other royals. Mesmers are gifted people that have the ability to analyze and affect another person’s emotions. Meanwhile, the neighboring enemy kingdom the Vruks have an army closing in and it looks like war is inevitable. Andrijana is going to have to filter through the lies, half truths, and her own emotions if she’s to find the one who framed her and hopefully save the kingdom too.
Andrijana is a relatable and loveable character. The feeling of mystery that this story gave me was exciting and I enjoyed every bit of it. By the end of it I was definitely wondering how much a girl had to go through and begging the author the give her a break! A wonderful read.

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Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors by C. L. Schneider – Review by Tina Vega

Smoke & Mirrors (Nite Fire #3)Smoke & Mirrors by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The author continues to draw us into this world she has created that bridges the supernatural world and human world. She has entered the human world. She isn’t only supernatural here. She and her human detective are trying to solve cases of dismembered supernatural bodies. With unexpected twists and page turning suspense, this is the best book so far. Loved it!

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Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors by C. L. Schneider – Review by Daryian Lucas

Flash Point (Nite Fire, #1)Flash Point by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was the first book I read in the series and I definitely need to go back and read the first two. I could understand what was going on, but I know for sure I would have much more ease with a background story. This author writes in an exciting and intriguing style that will pull you in and have you wanting more. Know that this is book 3 of 5, I will be reading books 1-2 & 4-5. This is a great read in fantasy which is starting to become my favorite genre!

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Edie Kelleher

The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a great YA Fantasy! The world building and character development was sensational, making me feel like I was right there in the book. With lots of mystery and magic, the plot keeps you turning the pages wondering what is going to happen next. I don’t want to spoil anything, but this is definitely a must read!

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Ember Daley

The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana

Can I have some more please? I did not want this world to end! 10/10 would absolutely recommend to anyone who asks for a good fantasy book. This did it. Definitely kept me on the edge of my seat, and not wanting to believe I was a real person and didn’t exist in this story. This was my first book by the author and I was impressed.

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Nite Fire: Smoke and Mirrors by C. L. Schneider – Review by Mandy Ott

Smoke & Mirrors (Nite Fire #3)Smoke & Mirrors by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Nite Fire: Smoke and Mirrors is Book 3 in the Nite Fire series. Although I read this book without reading the previous two, I found it fairly easy to follow without the information from the other books. C. L. Schneider weaves a remarkable tale of mystery, suspense, fantasy, and the supernatural. I loved the amazing characters and how relatable they were, even if the main character, Dahlia Nite, is a half-dragon shape shifter. I found her concern for those closest to her to be heartwarming, even though she must keep secrets from them to protect them. C. L. Schneider also creates wonderful, fantastical worlds. From the human world to the dragon world, I could picture each while I was reading and was instantly transported there along with the characters! I will look into reading the first two books of this series and look forward to more by this author!

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Anna Hirsch

The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Mesmerist by Claire Luana
4 Stars

This is an enthralling story set in a fantastic world. The author did an amazing job of world building that when you read, you will enter a whole new realm full of magic, mystery and intrigue. The story is original and creative. Adrijana heads to the palace with her father to visit her friend Simeon. Unfortunately during her first night there, a murder occurs and she is blamed. The same night she learns that she is a mesmerist as well. Her life is turned upside down. Although acquitted of the first death, the royal family is being eliminated one by one. If she ever wants to enjoy her life, Adrijana must solve this mystery and find the real murderer.

The story is filled with twists and turns that will keep you wanting more. The magic of Mesmerism was fun to explore. The author was creative and inventive with their powers. You will go on a wild adventure of magic and mystery. You will not be disappointed.

Review by @Anna Hirsch
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The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2) by Michelle D. Sonnier – Review by Heather Bass

The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2)The Clockwork Solution by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read from this author and she blew me away on her storytelling. This is the second book from the clockwork chronicles. I read this book as a stand alone but now I need to read the first book to get the story better. I was hooked on that story right away and I could not put it down. It only took me a little over a day to devour this addictive story.

Arabella Layden was not loved by her family. They treated her like a burden instead. She is so excited when the time has come when she could go on her own. Arabella leaves her home to chase her dream of becoming a witch. She is shocked when she gets her wish but not in the normal way. Arabella is now assigned to find out why the famine is sweeping through Ireland. She needs to be very careful because this assignment has already claimed two other witches. Will Arabella be able to figure out the problem or will it be too dangerous for her?

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Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors by C. L. Schneider – Review by Rachel Moss

Smoke & Mirrors (Nite Fire #3)Smoke & Mirrors by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a really good read! Just with the prologue I was instantly transported into this world and sucked into the novel. I was right there with the characters and it was just awesome. This happens quite a bit with this authors work and each book (so far) hasn’t been a disappointment! This one had twist and turns and monsters and everything you could want out of a paranormal/fantasy crime book! I loved this installment and absolutely can’t wait to read the next one either!

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The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2) by Michelle D. Sonnier – Review by Alison Risher

The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2)The Clockwork Solution by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As a sequel, this book is much better than its predecessor. Readers are introduced to more of the protagonist’s family members. We glimpse into a marriage between two people who love one another, but cannot dwell together. We meet characters from all walks of life. Readers are exposed to prejudices and discriminations. This book begins to definitively answer the question: Can magic and science work together in harmony for the good of all mankind?

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Erica Shoebridge

The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a fantastic paranormal story with a page-turning plot, compelling characters, and complicated mystery. Adrijana longs to get away from her provincial verbena farm and live in the city with the interesting and colourful characters that reside there. She finally gets her wish, and the adventure is much more than she bargained for. A murderer is on the loose, one who has a very particular set of powers – and a small list of possible suspects. But there is more going on than most people are aware. Will the murderer be revealed before the body count gets too high?
Adrijana is an awesome heroine – brave, intelligent and lacking in the hubris that many of those who live at court embody. The friendships she makes with Simeon, Georgi and Nevena help her to survive the cunning of shadowy forces. Each of them are interesting in their own right, very well-developed characters. Dragan was my favourite – his true nature is so elusive and it was great fun trying to keep up. A must read for fantasy and YA lovers!

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Rosanna Ingram

The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Adrijana, or Jana to her friends, is at the castle to visit her friend Simeon, who is a guard there. While Jana is at the castle, the queen is murdered and her, along with her father, are considered suspects. Simultaneously, Jana is learning that she has powers that may help her find the killer…but also make her a target for others. She must figure out who is telling the truth, who is lying, who is using her, and navigate the world of royal politics at the same time.

This story thrusts you into the world of Adrjssian head-first! There are twists and turns that I never saw coming. Jana finds herself on both sides of the story…hero and villain…while she figures out who she is, who she can trust, and what she is capable of.

I am glad that I went into this story without knowing anything…so I won’t give anything away so others can do the same! Such a good book…and I’m hoping there is another one!

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Sheri Schrader

The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Mesmerist is a fantasy, magical story. I was excited to pick this book up because I had read the author’s books before. The book ties together an incredible story, fantasy, magic, and intrigue. I enjoyed the world-building and the different levels of magic. The characters are well developed. I do not want to say too much about the plot because I do not want to give anything away. The story has many twists and turns, and I enjoyed how the plot was not a cookie-cutter mystery. I know this is a standalone book and not part of a series, but it leaves me wanting more from this world. I look forward to reading more from this author in the future.

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The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2) by Michelle D. Sonnier – Review by Vanessa Watts

The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2)The Clockwork Solution by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book picks right up where the first book, “The Clockwork Witch” ended. If you haven’t read the first book do so before reading this one as everything will make far more sense!

After having successfully passed the witch trials Arabella thinks that she is protected by the sisterhood of witches but quickly finds out that is not the case. Now she must face the dangers that are coming from every corner all while deciding which house she wants to choose to align with. Fraught with uncertainty of the future after declaring technomancer as her chosen skill, Arabella receives her first task as a witch with hopes she’ll be more protected in another country. With her unheard of skills Arabella hopes to help cure the blight that threatens families in Ireland but unfortunately they are unwelcoming of witches. Can Arabella figure out what is causing the blight of the potatoes with her powers or is this simply to keep her occupied and out of harm’s way? What of her budding romance can it survive not only meeting family but staying under the same roof? More questions that answers arise as Arabella tries to solve the blight in Ireland but is there a connection between past circumstances and present situations?

This book was a wonderful sequel to the first book. Written with such care to character development and situations that allow the reader to feel a part of the story. I cried and I laughed and now I must mourn because I finished it and await to see if another book in the series will be forthcoming.

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The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2) by Michelle D. Sonnier – Review by Cathy Greene

The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2)The Clockwork Solution by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Clockwork Solution is an interesting story with a strong young witch who wants to not only do the right thing but also prove herself. Arabella has a strange magic technomancy that no one has really seen before and she is determined to prove her magic is just as strong as anyone else’s. Having been shipped off for her “protection” to investigate an issue that no one else seems to be to able to solve Arabella is thrust into a dangerous mystery that pushes her to her limits both magical and emotional. A great read and I would highly recommend reading this series.

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The Clockwork Witch (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 1) by Michelle D. Sonnier – Review by Alison Risher

The Clockwork WitchThe Clockwork Witch by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Welcome to Victorian England. Delve into the paranormal. There are witches, and family dynamics. There are societal groups run by women, and matriarchal family patterns. The emergence of technology as we know it begins to collide with the magical world. Is there a way for magic and science to work together?

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Lisa Helmick

The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This started off a bit slow, as the author builds the world and the characters, but as the story progressed it became one I couldn’t put down. I really enjoy reading stories where the whole world is made up and this one is filled with suspense, surprise and wonder. The author really built some great complicated characters as well and I loved never knowing who was trustworthy and who was untrustworthy. Each one is multi faceted and most have some wonderful growth. Did I have a favorite? Well I did lean a certain way but then I felt like Adrijana more than once doubting my judgement. That’s what makes this a great story..even the reader can’t figure it out.

Its hard to write this without giving anything away. If you love a great fantasy with outstanding characters and their sidekicks…. this story is for you and me!

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The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles By Michelle D Sonnier- Review By Kerry Carr

The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2)The Clockwork Solution by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this story. It is the second book in The Clockwork Chronicles Series. Even though I haven’t read the first story I still really enjoyed this book and I was able to follow the story without a problem. I love Arabella’s character. She is so determined to make changes that even when things seem against her she is determined to push through.
This is a story about Arabella. She is a witch who’s magical gift is technomancy. After being bound as a witch she is sent on an assignment to Ireland to figure out why there is a famine. And this is where the story really gets fun as Arabella has to overcome lots of dangers that are stopping her getting the answers she needs. Knowing that 2 witches before her have lost their life on this quest Arabella knows hers is at risk as well.

This is a story filled with magic, danger and twists and turns that keeps you guessing. This book also ends leaving you wanting more. I can’t wait to see what happens next.

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by La Toya Lewis

The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What can I say about The Mesmerist? This book is absolutely amazing. Great characters, amazing world-building. This was definitely my kind of book. Our main character Adrijana is wonderfully intelligent, loving, and woefully naive. She’s also a very quick study. The characters are not dumbed down for the sake of the plot and I can totally see certain choices and/or mistakes. There were great twists and turns and I even had sympathy for the villain which almost never happens for me. I’d love to see a redemption arc if that were possible in some way. I adored all the characters. Even grumpy Valko. This was an amazing adventure. Everyone should run to read this book!

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The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2) by Michelle D. Sonnier – Review by Kerry Baker

The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2)The Clockwork Solution by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Following on from the first book in the series we pick back up the story of Arabella. When I started reading this book I wasn’t sure which direction it would go in, given how unexpected I found the first book to be. I thought this book was a great follow on. I still struggled to connect with the main character, and I did feel like I enjoyed the first book a bit more, but I found myself connecting with the storyline just like with the first. I think part of what intrigues me with this series is that fact that I can’t decide what genre it would fall under. There is a little mix of everything thrown in there. This as a good book and I will be reading the next one.

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The Clockwork Witch (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 1) by Michelle D. Sonnier – Review by Kerry Baker

The Clockwork WitchThe Clockwork Witch by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I initially started reading this book as I was intrigued by the plot of magic mixed with science. It felt a little different to a lot of books within this genre that I have read lately. The Book wasn’t at all what I expected. It had a much darker feel than I thought I would so, although that just added to the intrigue of the book. Surprisingly I didn’t really click with the main character however there were enough other things going on in the book that instill found it enjoyable. I thought this was a good start to a new series and it left me wondering what was to come in Book 2.

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