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A sweet steampunk romance for all ages that introduces the world of The Steamship Chronicles: a Victorian Steampunk Alt History with sentient machines only a select few can hear. For that, they are considered monsters. Can love overcome a harsh reality on the way to a new future?In a steam-powered Victorian England, Naturals are those who can make the dreams of mechanical devices come true. Lily Crill hides her Natural sister from cruel laws designed to protect property over people while she figures out their escape to rumored safe havens on the Continent. Falling in love, especially with a dedicated police officer, is not in her plans.Henry Stapleton commits his life to helping commoners, remaining an officer of the law even after inheriting a title. His life seems incomplete, though, until he discovers a caring bakery girl. Then he catches a glimpse of terror in her eyes, and he's determined to use his skills to ferret out the cause even though Lily spurns his help.Unjust laws and sworn duties threaten to deny what both their hearts and principles would bring together. Can Henry see beyond the rules, and can Lily take the chance with her sister's life in the balance?Note: This is the second edition of Safe Haven, but the story is the same.… (more)
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The author has created an interesting Steampunk version of Victorian England, that felt gritty and oppressive, with fantastical mechanical devices, that made for a great background for the dilemma our main characters find themselves in. What Lily holds secret is considered dangerous by others and is illegal. As noted in one of my favorite lines, "...rules troubled the good and bad alike, little caring what reasons might put them under its weight." This theme is played throughout the story, while the potential lovers struggle with their feelings and what is right and wrong.
Lily is well drawn out, with strengths that felt realistic for her time period and situation. Henry, her male counterpart, brought a nice Yang balance to the story, without being developed as some super dominant hunk like those that have shown up in many Romance novels. The relationship between the two felt credible and I grew, quickly, to care what would become of them.
My favorite character was Sam. I don't wish to spoil any fun surprises that arise, so I will just add that she was really delightful.
I am looking forward to future stories in the world that the author has created. I, especially, want to read and learn more of the Naturals and mechanicals.
In compliance with FTC guidelines, I received this e-book for free from the author for an honest review.
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