512 pages • first pub 1990 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780440423621
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Spectra Books
Publication date: 26 July 2011
Description
The 20th anniversary edition of the classic steampunk novel With new commentary by the authors 1855: The Industrial Revolution is in full swing, powered by steam-driven cybernetic Engines. Charles Babbage perfects his Analytical Engine, and the co...
Community Reviews Summary of 975 reviews
Moods
challenging 45%
mysterious 45%
dark 18%
tense 18%
informative 9%
reflective 9%
Pace
medium 35%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 28% | Character: 28% | Plot: 28% | N/A: 14%Strong character development?
No: 75% | It's complicated: 25%Loveable characters?
No: 77% | It's complicated: 22%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 62% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 12%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Domestic abuse, Gun violence, Racial slursModerate
Drug use, Gore, Infidelity
512 pages • first pub 1990 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780440423621
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Spectra Books
Publication date: 26 July 2011
Description
The 20th anniversary edition of the classic steampunk novel With new commentary by the authors 1855: The Industrial Revolution is in full swing, powered by steam-driven cybernetic Engines. Charles Babbage perfects his Analytical Engine, and the co...
Community Reviews Summary of 975 reviews
Moods
challenging 45%
mysterious 45%
dark 18%
tense 18%
informative 9%
reflective 9%
Pace
medium 35%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 28% | Character: 28% | Plot: 28% | N/A: 14%Strong character development?
No: 75% | It's complicated: 25%Loveable characters?
No: 77% | It's complicated: 22%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 62% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 12%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Domestic abuse, Gun violence, Racial slursModerate
Drug use, Gore, Infidelity