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Book Review of Boneshaker (Clockwork Century, Bk 1)

Boneshaker (Clockwork Century, Bk 1)
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Helpful Score: 2


OK first time I ventured into the "steampunk" genre. I didn't know what that term meant before and still don't have quite enough grasp of it but it seems to involve lots of steam-powered machinery. But this book goes beyond just the engineering and mechanics behind steam power.

Yes this is also a "zombie" book, and it reminded me much of "28 Days Later" where the zombies were kind of the background danger but the focus was more on humanity and the survivors. BTW The zombie attacks were quite well described- every scene outdoors had a great tension to it.

This book is also an alternate history about Seattle and the Civil War. Lots of fun to read because I recently visited Seattle and the Smith Tower, which plays a role in this book.

And lastly (I'm rambling! sorry), this is an adventure with a mother going into the zombie-infested walled up city of Seattle to find her teenage son. This woman is very tough and strong- yay afor strong female characters!