Best of 2011 – Adult Fantasy and Steampunk (all ages)
I loved this series and this was a wonderful conclusion to it. If you are a fan of epic fantasy, with wonderful characters, and a creative and unique world definitely check this series out.
The Nightbound Land series by Trent Jamieson
Roil, Book 1 (My Review)
A super creative fantasy/steampunkish book where the Roil is eating and destroying the land. I loved the creativity of this book and haven’t ever read anything like it before!
A super creative fantasy/steampunkish book where the Roil is eating and destroying the land. I loved the creativity of this book and haven’t ever read anything like it before!
This was a wonderful book, magical, and well written. An enchanting story full of mystery, romance, magic, and wonder. This is the type of fantasy that is very accessible and should appeal to a large audience of readers even those who don’t normally read fantasy.
The Vampire Empire by Susan and Clay Griffith
Highly imaginative series with a heavy steampunk/alternate history tone to it and, of course, vampires! Wonderful characterization, a creative and interesting world, and a broad nearly epic plot. I have the second book, The Rift Walker
, on my shelf to read and can’t wait to get started on it.
, on my shelf to read and can’t wait to get started on it.
This was another mystical, magical, and beautifully written book by Valente. I highly recommend just about any book by her.
Leviathan Series by Scott Westerfeld
Behemoth, Leviathan Book 2 (My Review)
Goliath – Leviathan Book 3 (My Review)
This was a wonderful middle grade epic steampunk fantasy. A creative and wonderful steampunk based world, wonderful characters, and a complex story made this an absolutely wonderful series to read.
This was a wonderful middle grade epic steampunk fantasy. A creative and wonderful steampunk based world, wonderful characters, and a complex story made this an absolutely wonderful series to read.
The Clockwork Three by Matthew Kirby
The story of three children entertwine in this wonderful Steampunk mystery with just a touch of magic. This was a fun and magical read appropriate for all ages.
All Men of Genius by Lev AC Rosen
A wonderful steampunk tale about a girl who desperately wants to go to an all boys college. She ends up sneaking in by dressing up as a boy and all sort of madness ensues. Appropriate for young adult and older.
The Bookman Histories by Lavie Tidhar
Camera Obscura, Book 2
One of the most creative books I have read this year. This is a crazy world unlike any I have read before with quirky and interesting characters. If you like books that are different and interesting with a steampunk theme to them check this book out. Appropriate for adults.
The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick
(My Review)
This is a wonderful story for all ages to enjoy. Lots of steampunk elements, as well as a story that spans a broad range of ages. Beautiful drawings and a wonderful mystery!
This is a wonderful story for all ages to enjoy. Lots of steampunk elements, as well as a story that spans a broad range of ages. Beautiful drawings and a wonderful mystery!