A review by thesapphiccelticbookworm
The Eternal Machine by Carol Ryles

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? It's complicated

3.75

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.