The Machine (Blood and Destiny) Volume 1 - Action-Packed Sci-Fi Adventure Novel | Perfect for Book Clubs & Sci-Fi Enthusiasts

The Machine is a damn good book. It hooked me in from the very beginning, and didn't let up until I finished. I'm a fan of steampunk do begin with, and the main thing that this book did was make me realize that yes, there is another steampunk series to add to my ever-growing To Read Pile. I mean, seriously, it's getting ridiculous, you guys.But this isn't the place for that, this is about Jarvis' excellent first installment of the Blood and Destiny series, and it's a damn fine addition to the rolls of steampunk series. Swashbuckling characters, an absolutely despicable villain, a bit of romance, and writing that just breezes past your eyes and makes this a very quick and enjoyable read. What more could you ask from a novel? I really enjoyed reading Larissa's journey from humble shop clerk to newly minted airship captain. She's a great character, and I'm looking forward to reading more about her adventures. I've already got the rest of the series waiting in my kindle.Like I said, this is a very fast read, and once you're hooked you'll probably get through this pretty damn quickly, since Jarvis is such a good writer and has crafted such a compelling tale. But don't worry, there are 3 more novels in this series, so you don't have to worry about any sort of Martin-esque delay between novels, so you'll be able to find out what else happens to 'Rissa very quickly. And that's a damn good thing.If you're a fan of steampunk(even with a bit of "steamypunk", like I said, there's a bit of romance, hehe) then read this book and get hooked on the Blood and Destiny series. Put on your goggles and your finest Victorian attire, brew a nice pot of tea, settle in and enjoy.